1988 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1988 Chevrolet Sprint
To start off, both 1988 Alfa Romeo 33 and 1988 Chevrolet Sprint were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo 33 (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. 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, 1988 Alfa Romeo 33 (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. (78 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1988 Chevrolet Sprint | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 33 | Sprint |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2260 mm |
