1992 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1982 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1982 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1982 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Alfa Romeo 33 (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1992 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1982 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 33 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2300 mm |
