1988 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1950 Austin A 70
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo 33 (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 70 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1950 Austin A 70 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 33, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1950 Austin A 70 (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo 33. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1950 Austin A 70 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 33 | A 70 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 134 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 56 L |
