1987 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1991 Audi Coupe
To start off, 1991 Audi Coupe is newer by 4 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi Coupe (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi Coupe weights approximately 343 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi Coupe 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, 1991 Audi Coupe (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Audi Coupe 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 | 1991 Audi Coupe | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 33 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 977 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
