1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1976 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Celica weights approximately 91 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 1976 Toyota Celica. 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, 1976 Toyota Celica (152 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Celica 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 | 1976 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 33 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 58 L |
