1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1977 Vauxhall Chevette
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 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 2,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Vauxhall Chevette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. 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, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1977 Vauxhall Chevette 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 | 1977 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
| Model | 33 | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 97.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
