1988 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2007 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2007 Toyota RunX is newer by 19 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RunX (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo 33. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RunX weights approximately 224 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.
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, 2007 Toyota RunX (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo 33. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RunX 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 | 2007 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 33 | RunX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
