1993 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1993 Mazda AZ-1
To start off, both 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 and 1993 Mazda AZ-1 were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 151 kg more than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
Because 1993 Mazda AZ-1 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 1993 Mazda AZ-1. 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, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 (113 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. (85 Nm). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1993 Mazda AZ-1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 33 | AZ-1 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 66 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 | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2240 mm |
