1985 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 26 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (270 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 1050 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.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 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, 2011 Audi Q5 (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. 2011 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 has manual transmission. 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 33 | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2807 mm |
