1994 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 4 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 33 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
