1987 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1987 Dodge 600
To start off, both 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 and 1987 Dodge 600 were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Dodge 600 (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Dodge 600 weights approximately 255 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 Dodge 600 (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge 600 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 Dodge 600 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | 33 | 600 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |