1993 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1982 Ford Granada
To start off, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (69 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 428 kg more than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1982 Ford Granada 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 1982 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1982 Ford Granada (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1982 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 33 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2780 mm |
