1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 6 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 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 115 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.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 33 | 33 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
