1989 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2004 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 15 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 1,752 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 33. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 410 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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect 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 | 2004 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 33 | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |