1988 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1986 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo 33 (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac 1000 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1986 Pontiac 1000 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 1986 Pontiac 1000. 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, 1988 Alfa Romeo 33 (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1986 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
| Model | 33 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2400 mm |
