1988 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1988 Renault 21
To start off, both 1988 Alfa Romeo 33 and 1988 Renault 21 were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo 33 (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Renault 21. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 21 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo 33.
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 Renault 21 (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo 33. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 21 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 | 1988 Renault 21 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | 33 | 21 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2820 mm |