1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Granada (141 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 530 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 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ford Granada. 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, 1974 Ford Granada (347 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (149 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada 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 | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 33 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2800 mm |
