1987 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1987 Chrysler TC
To start off, both 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 and 1987 Chrysler TC were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chrysler TC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chrysler TC (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler TC should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chrysler TC weights approximately 497 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Chrysler TC (271 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler TC 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 | 1987 Chrysler TC | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
Model | 33 | TC |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 977 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |