1987 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 9 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (200 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 553 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina 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 | 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 33 | Lumina |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 977 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |
