1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1971 BMW Touring
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,777 cc (3 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1971 BMW Touring | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 33 | Touring |
Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1777 cc | 1573 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.2 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |