1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
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 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 675 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1972 Ford Gran Torino 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 1972 Ford Gran Torino. 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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino 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 | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 33 | Gran Torino |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2900 mm |
