1988 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo 33. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 990 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo 33. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 33 | Explorer |
Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |