1987 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 20 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 723 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 2007 Seat Alhambra 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra 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 | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
Model | 33 | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 977 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2850 mm |