1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1966 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1966 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Toyota Crown weights approximately 405 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1966 Toyota Crown 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 1966 Toyota Crown. 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, 1966 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1966 Toyota Crown 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 | 1966 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 33 | Crown |
Year Released | 1990 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2599 cc |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2750 mm |