1987 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1967 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 7 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1967 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 33 | GT |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 977 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2160 mm |
