1994 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1955 Austin A 55
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 55 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1955 Austin A 55 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 1955 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1955 Austin A 55 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 33 | A 55 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
