1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1962 BMW 1800
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 1,771 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 BMW 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 1800 weights approximately 73 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1962 BMW 1800 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 1962 BMW 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1962 BMW 1800 (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1962 BMW 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1962 BMW 1800 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 33 | 1800 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1771 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2560 mm |