1985 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 993 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | 33 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
