1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (110 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 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 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 75 | 33 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
