1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1977 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. 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 1977 Ford Fiesta. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (94 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1977 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 33 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2290 mm |
