1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1956 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,900 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 215 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 1956 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 (136 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1956 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | 33 | 1400 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 134 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 20.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |