1992 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1996 Venturi 400
To start off, 1996 Venturi 400 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1992 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1992 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi 400 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1992 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Venturi 400 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 1996 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1996 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 33. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1996 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Venturi |
Model | 33 | 400 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2500 mm |