1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1969 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Sport 800 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 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 554 kg more than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Toyota Sport 800 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 1969 Toyota Sport 800. 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 (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1969 Toyota Sport 800 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 33 | Sport 800 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
