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The name '''Alfa Romeo 33''' was used for different automobiles produced by the [[Italy|Italian]] manufacturer [[Alfa Romeo]]. From
 
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* 1968 to 1977 it was a [[Sports car racing]] prototype [http://www.seriouswheels.com/abc/Alfa-Romeo-T33-f-1024x768.htm] that won etc. the [[Targa Florio]],
 
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[[1983]] to [[1994]] it was a [[compact car|compact]] between [[1983]] and [[1994]]
 
  
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== Race Car ==
 
  
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=== Alfa Romeo 33/2 ===
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The '''Alfa Romeo 33''' was a [[compact car|compact]] car built between by [[Alfa Romeo]] between 1983 and 1994.
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The '''Alfa Romeo 33''' is a [[small family car]] producerd by the Italian automaker [[Alfa Romeo]] between 1983 and 1994. It was essentially an evolution of its predecessor, the [[Alfa Romeo Alfasud|Alfasud]], which was based on the same floorplan, chassis and mechanicals albeit with some minor modifications. The 33 was discontinued in [[1994]] and replaced by the [[Alfa Romeo 145|Alfa Romeo 145 and 146]], which used the same Boxer engines but built around an entirely new platform based on the [[Fiat Tipo]].
  
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The 2000cc '''Alfa Romeo 33/2''' mid-engined prototype debuted on [[12 March]] 1967 at the Belgian [[hillclimbing]] event at Fléron, with [[Teodoro Zeccoli]] winning. It was powered by a 90° V8 with 1995 cc and 270hp @9600/min, and built with a large diameter tube frame. At the [[24 Hours of Daytona]], the [[Porsche 907]] were dominating the overall race, but Alfa took the 2-Litre class win, as at the [[1000km Nürburgring]] race with [[Mario Casoni]]. In 1968, also a road version is build.
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==Overview==
  
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=== Alfa Romeo 33/3 ===
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The 5-door [[hatchback]] version was launched in 1983, and a [[station wagon]] version (initially badged Giardinetta, later badged SportWagon) was introduced the following year as the same time as a [[four-wheel drive]] version of the hatchback. The hatchback was styled by the Centro Stile Alfa Romeo, Ermano Cressoni, while the station wagon was designed by [[Pininfarina]].
  
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In 1969 at the [[12 Hours of Sebring]], the '''Alfa Romeo 33/3''' made its debut. The engine is enlarged to 29988cc and 400 hp @9000/min which puts the 33/3 in the same class as the [[Porsche 908]] and the [[Ferrari 312]]P. The chassis is now bulit with a monocoque. In 1970, the bigger 5 Liter [[Porsche 917]] and [[Ferrari 512]] dominate, yet [[Andrea De Adamich]] wins the [[1000km Zeltweg]]. In 1971, [[Nino Vaccarella]] wins the [[Targa Florio]].
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The 33 became renowned for its nimble handling and powerful boxer engines, but also became equally well-known for its unreliable electrics and tendencies to rust (a frequent complaint on Italian cars in general at the time).
  
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=== Alfa Romeo 33 TT ===
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The 33 has a unique place in Alfa Romeo history - Nearly 1 million of these cars were produced internationally, and it is probably the most common Alfa Romeos to be found on the roads.
  
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=== Alfa Romeo 33 TT 12 ===
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==Facelifts==
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During its 11 year lifespan the 33 saw two restyles; In consequence Alfisti tend to label each styling trend of the 33 after the [[flagship vehicle]] produced by Alfa Romeo at that time.
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[[Image:Alfa33SeriesIII.jpg|left|thumb|250px|Series III 1989]]
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The First 33's are sometimes referred to as '[[Alfa Romeo 90|Alfa 90]]' 33s, as they most resemble that car. Further re-styles were to follow: a mild one in autumn 1986, when the 1.7 litre engine was introduced and a revised interior; these are known as '[[Alfa Romeo 75|Alfa 75]]' 33s. Later followed a much more extensive facelift in the end of 1989 (the Series III), with a revised interior, the introduction of fuel injection, the 1.7 litre engine upgraded to include a 137 bhp 16 valve version, and a heavily restyled exterior, in line with the new Alfa "family look" established by the flagship [[Alfa Romeo 164|164]]. Also new four wheel version was introduced called as Permanent 4, which was renamed to Q4 starting from 1992. The last 33s are known as either 'Nuova' or '[[Alfa Romeo 164|164]]' 33s for their resemblance to that model.
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These models are particularly prized by Alfisti for their performance and sophistication. Late production 33s also do not suffer from the rust problems of their ancestors, as their frames are galvanized in the manner Alfa introduced with the 164.
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Versions of the late 1970s called 33 TT 12 have a V12 engine.
 
  
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== Road Car ==
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==Engines==
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===Single carburettor engines===
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*1.2, Boxer - 68 bhp
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*1.3, Boxer - 79 bhp
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*1.5, Boxer - 85 bhp
  
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The Alfa 33 road car was essentially an evolution of its predecessor, the [[Alfa Romeo Alfasud|Alfasud]], which was based on the same floorplan, chassis and mechanicals. Launched in 1983 as a 5-door hatchback, and a [[station wagon]] version (initially badged Giardinetta, later badged SportWagon) was introduced the following year. The hatchback (Berlina) was styled by the Centro Stile Alfa Romeo, Ermano Cressoni, and station wagon was restyled by [[Pininfarina]]. The 33 became reknowned for its nimble handling and powerful Boxer engines, but also became equally well-known for its unreliable electrics (a frequent complaint on Italian cars in general at the time).
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===Twin carburettor engines===
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*1.3 Boxer twin weber IDF 32 or Dell Orto DRLA 32    86 hp
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*1.5 Boxer twin weber IDF 40 or Dell Orto DRLA 40  105 hp
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*1.7 Boxer twin weber IDF 40 or Dell Orto DRLA40    117 hp
  
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During its 11 year lifespan the 33 saw two restyles: a mild one in 1987, when the 1.7 litre engine was introduced, and a much more extensive one in 1990, with a heavily restyled exterior (in line with the new Alfa "family look" established by the flagship [[Alfa Romeo 164|164]]), a revised interior, and the 1.7 litre engine upgraded to a 137 bhp 16 valve version.
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===Fuel injection engines===
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*1.4 Boxer, 88 bhp (some markets under 1.3 logo)
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*1.5 Boxer, 97 bhp
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*'''1.7 Boxer 8v, 110 bhp (IE) (no catalizer)'''
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*1.7 16v Boxer, 137 - 132 bhp (QV)
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*1.8 TD 83 hp (3 Cyl)
  
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The 33 was discontinued in [[1994]] and replaced by the [[Alfa Romeo 145|Alfa Romeo 145 and 146]], which used the same Boxer engines but built around an entirely new platform based on the [[Fiat Tipo]].
 
  
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===Single carburettor Engines===
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'''1999 Alfa Romeo 33 1.7L 16V Turbo Race Car'''
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*1.3, 79bhp
 
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*1.5, 85bhp
 
  
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===Twin carburettor Engines===
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*1.3S 86bhp
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image:1999 Alfa Romeo 33 1.7L 16V Turbo Race Car 1.jpg
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*1.5TI 95bhp
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*1.5 95bhp (Gold leaf / oro)
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*1.5QV 105bhp (Green leaf / quadrafoligio)
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*1.7QV 118bhp
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===Fuel injection Engines===
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image:1999 Alfa Romeo 33 1.7L 16V Turbo Race Car 8.jpg
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*1.4 88bhp (some markets under 1.3 logo)
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image:1999 Alfa Romeo 33 1.7L 16V Turbo Race Car 9.jpg
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*1.5 95bhp
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image:1999 Alfa Romeo 33 1.7L 16V Turbo Race Car 10.jpg
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*1.7 107bhp (IE)
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*1.7 16v 137 - 132bhp (QV)
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*1.8 TD 83bhp (3 Cyl)
 
  
 
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* [http://www.imca-slotracing.com/2006-FG.htm 1972 Racing season Alfa vs. Ferrari ]
 
* [http://www.imca-slotracing.com/2006-FG.htm 1972 Racing season Alfa vs. Ferrari ]
 
* [http://www.alfaclub.nl Dutch alfaclub with lots of technical information ]
 
* [http://www.alfaclub.nl Dutch alfaclub with lots of technical information ]
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|td width="30%" align="center"|'''Succeeded by''':<br>[[Alfa Romeo Arna]]<br>[[Alfa Romeo 33]]
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Latest revision as of 08:59, 22 October 2009

Alfa Romeo 33
Alfa Romeo 33
Manufacturer: Alfa Romeo
Production: 1983-1994
Body Styles: FF compact 5-door hatchback & station wagon
Predecessors: Alfa Romeo Alfasud
Successors: Alfa Romeo 145/146
Competitors: Ford Escort
Volkswagen Golf
Alfa Romeo 33


The Alfa Romeo 33 was a compact car built between by Alfa Romeo between 1983 and 1994.

The Alfa Romeo 33 is a small family car producerd by the Italian automaker Alfa Romeo between 1983 and 1994. It was essentially an evolution of its predecessor, the Alfasud, which was based on the same floorplan, chassis and mechanicals albeit with some minor modifications. The 33 was discontinued in 1994 and replaced by the Alfa Romeo 145 and 146, which used the same Boxer engines but built around an entirely new platform based on the Fiat Tipo.

Overview

The 5-door hatchback version was launched in 1983, and a station wagon version (initially badged Giardinetta, later badged SportWagon) was introduced the following year as the same time as a four-wheel drive version of the hatchback. The hatchback was styled by the Centro Stile Alfa Romeo, Ermano Cressoni, while the station wagon was designed by Pininfarina.

The 33 became renowned for its nimble handling and powerful boxer engines, but also became equally well-known for its unreliable electrics and tendencies to rust (a frequent complaint on Italian cars in general at the time).

The 33 has a unique place in Alfa Romeo history - Nearly 1 million of these cars were produced internationally, and it is probably the most common Alfa Romeos to be found on the roads.

Facelifts

During its 11 year lifespan the 33 saw two restyles; In consequence Alfisti tend to label each styling trend of the 33 after the flagship vehicle produced by Alfa Romeo at that time.

Series III 1989

The First 33's are sometimes referred to as 'Alfa 90' 33s, as they most resemble that car. Further re-styles were to follow: a mild one in autumn 1986, when the 1.7 litre engine was introduced and a revised interior; these are known as 'Alfa 75' 33s. Later followed a much more extensive facelift in the end of 1989 (the Series III), with a revised interior, the introduction of fuel injection, the 1.7 litre engine upgraded to include a 137 bhp 16 valve version, and a heavily restyled exterior, in line with the new Alfa "family look" established by the flagship 164. Also new four wheel version was introduced called as Permanent 4, which was renamed to Q4 starting from 1992. The last 33s are known as either 'Nuova' or '164' 33s for their resemblance to that model. These models are particularly prized by Alfisti for their performance and sophistication. Late production 33s also do not suffer from the rust problems of their ancestors, as their frames are galvanized in the manner Alfa introduced with the 164.


Engines

Single carburettor engines

  • 1.2, Boxer - 68 bhp
  • 1.3, Boxer - 79 bhp
  • 1.5, Boxer - 85 bhp

Twin carburettor engines

  • 1.3 Boxer twin weber IDF 32 or Dell Orto DRLA 32 86 hp
  • 1.5 Boxer twin weber IDF 40 or Dell Orto DRLA 40 105 hp
  • 1.7 Boxer twin weber IDF 40 or Dell Orto DRLA40 117 hp

Fuel injection engines

  • 1.4 Boxer, 88 bhp (some markets under 1.3 logo)
  • 1.5 Boxer, 97 bhp
  • 1.7 Boxer 8v, 110 bhp (IE) (no catalizer)
  • 1.7 16v Boxer, 137 - 132 bhp (QV)
  • 1.8 TD 83 hp (3 Cyl)


1999 Alfa Romeo 33 1.7L 16V Turbo Race Car

  • 1999 Alfa Romeo 33 1.7L 16V Turbo Race Car 1.jpg
  • 1999 Alfa Romeo 33 1.7L 16V Turbo Race Car 2.jpg
  • 1999 Alfa Romeo 33 1.7L 16V Turbo Race Car 3.jpg
  • 1999 Alfa Romeo 33 1.7L 16V Turbo Race Car 4.jpg
  • 1999 Alfa Romeo 33 1.7L 16V Turbo Race Car 5.jpg
  • 1999 Alfa Romeo 33 1.7L 16V Turbo Race Car 6.jpg
  • 1999 Alfa Romeo 33 1.7L 16V Turbo Race Car 8.jpg
  • 1999 Alfa Romeo 33 1.7L 16V Turbo Race Car 9.jpg
  • 1999 Alfa Romeo 33 1.7L 16V Turbo Race Car 10.jpg
  • 1999 Alfa Romeo 33 1.7L 16V Turbo Race Car 12.jpg

External links


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