1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1974 Ford Maverick
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 Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Maverick weights approximately 160 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1974 Ford Maverick 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 1974 Ford Maverick. 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, 1974 Ford Maverick (179 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Maverick 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 Maverick | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 33 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2800 mm |
