1987 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1972 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volkswagen K 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen K 70. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volkswagen K 70 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Volkswagen K 70 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Volkswagen K 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1972 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 33 | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
