1993 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1959 Berkeley B
To start off, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley B would be higher. At 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 629 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B. 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, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1959 Berkeley B | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Berkeley |
| Model | 33 | B |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 25 L |
