1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1968 Fiat Dino
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 Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat Dino weights approximately 375 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. 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 Dino. 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, 1968 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat Dino 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 | 1968 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 33 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 44 L |
