1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1983 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1983 Opel Rekord. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Rekord weights approximately 101 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1983 Opel Rekord is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Opel Rekord (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Rekord 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 | 1983 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 33 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
