1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda 929 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mazda 929 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda 929 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 | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 33 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
