1988 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S40 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo 33. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S40 weights approximately 590 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 Volvo S40 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo 33. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S40 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 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | 33 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1998 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 | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
