1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1967 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 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 76 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ford GT 40. 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) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1967 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 33 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 125 L |
