1987 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo (119 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo weights approximately 404 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, 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Rezzo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 33 | Rezzo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 977 kg | 1381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
