1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1974 Toyota Century
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 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Century (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Century weights approximately 795 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 Toyota Century. 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 Toyota Century (271 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Century 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 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 33 | Century |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2870 mm |
