1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1965 AC Cobra
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 124 kg more than 1965 AC Cobra.
Because 1965 AC Cobra 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 1965 AC Cobra. 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, 1965 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 AC Cobra 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 | 1965 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | AC |
| Model | 33 | Cobra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 4737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
