1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1953 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (149 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1953 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 33 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
