1987 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1984 Audi Coupe
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 1,992 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi Coupe weights approximately 73 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, 1984 Audi Coupe (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Audi Coupe 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 | 1984 Audi Coupe | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 33 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 977 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
