1995 Acura Legend vs. 1984 Alfa Romeo 33
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (93 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 680 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. 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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 has manual transmission. 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Acura Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Legend | 33 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
