1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1968 Toyota Crown
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 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1968 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Crown weights approximately 390 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 1968 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 1968 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, 1968 Toyota Crown (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 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 | 1968 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 33 | Crown |
Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2599 cc |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 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 | 985 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |