1989 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 11 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 1,998 cc, 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (106 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 33. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia 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 2000 Mazda Familia. 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia 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 | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 33 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
