1991 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1959 Rover P4
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 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 487 kg more than 1991 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1959 Rover P4 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 Rover P4. 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 Rover P4 (169 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P4 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 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | 33 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
