1992 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2000 Caterham 7
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 8 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 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1992 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1992 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 545 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2000 Caterham 7 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 2000 Caterham 7. 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, 2000 Caterham 7 (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 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 | 2000 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Caterham |
| Model | 33 | 7 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1137 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 10750 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 58 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2260 mm |
