1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 1995 Alfa Romeo 33

To start off, both 1995 Ford Scorpio and 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,935 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Scorpio (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 614 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.

Because 1995 Ford Scorpio 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 1995 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Ford Scorpio (281 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 33. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 33. 1995 Ford Scorpio has automatic transmission and 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 has manual transmission. 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Ford Scorpio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Ford Scorpio 1995 Alfa Romeo 33
Make Ford Alfa Romeo
Model Scorpio 33
Year Released 1995 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2935 cc 1349 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 204 HP 87 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 281 Nm 124 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1554 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4080 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1360 mm


 

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