1987 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 17 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 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1123 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 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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 | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
| Model | 33 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 977 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
