1991 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1959 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 230 kg more than 1991 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1959 Ford Zephyr 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 1959 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1959 Ford Zephyr (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alfa Romeo 33. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1959 Ford Zephyr | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 33 | Zephyr |
Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |