1989 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1999 Ford Cougar
To start off, 1999 Ford Cougar is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Cougar (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 33. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Cougar weights approximately 500 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, 1999 Ford Cougar (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Cougar 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 | 1999 Ford Cougar | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 33 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
