1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1973 Alpine A 310
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alpine A 310 (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 249 kg more than 1973 Alpine A 310.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Alpine A 310. 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (149 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1973 Alpine A 310 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpine |
| Model | 33 | A 310 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
