1993 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2003 Caterham 7
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 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 495 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7.
Because 2003 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 2003 Caterham 7. 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, 2003 Caterham 7 (210 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Caterham 7 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 | 2003 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Caterham |
| Model | 33 | 7 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 89.3 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 | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2230 mm |
