1987 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1990 Ford Granada
To start off, 1990 Ford Granada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Granada weights approximately 413 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1990 Ford Granada 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 1990 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1990 Ford Granada (204 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1990 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 33 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 21.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 977 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2770 mm |
