1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1968 Fiat 500
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 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 (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 500. 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1968 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 33 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 22 L |
