1993 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud
To start off, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 72 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud 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 | 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 33 | Alfasud |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
