1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1600
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 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (116 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 18 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1967 Volkswagen 1600 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 1967 Volkswagen 1600. 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1967 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 33 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
