1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1953 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1953 Riley Pathfinder. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1953 Riley Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 450 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Riley Pathfinder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1953 Riley Pathfinder (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (149 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1953 Riley Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1953 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Riley |
| Model | 33 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 120 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
