1989 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, both 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 and 1989 Volvo 440 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 440 (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 33. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 440 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Volvo 440 (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | 33 | 440 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 167 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 | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |