1991 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1976 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Celica weights approximately 30 kg more than 1991 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1976 Toyota Celica 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 1976 Toyota Celica. 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, 1976 Toyota Celica (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alfa Romeo 33. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Celica 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 | 1976 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 33 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2430 mm |
