1989 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1989 Ferrari 208
To start off, both 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 and 1989 Ferrari 208 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 33. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Ferrari 208 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 1989 Ferrari 208. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Ferrari 208 (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1989 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 33 | 208 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 120 L |
