1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 33 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2240 mm |
