1988 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1998 Ford Libre
To start off, 1998 Ford Libre is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. 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 5 more horse power than 1998 Ford Libre. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Libre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Libre weights approximately 388 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, 1998 Ford Libre (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo 33. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Libre 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 | 1998 Ford Libre | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 33 | Libre |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1298 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
