1989 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 80 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 (113 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 33 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
