1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1954 Buick 40
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 646 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Buick 40. 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, 1954 Buick 40 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (149 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 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 | 1954 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | 33 | 40 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 5279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1720 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3110 mm |
