1995 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Fiat 500 weights approximately 87 kg more than 1995 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, 2013 Fiat 500 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 33 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2301 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
