1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1975 Porsche 930
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Porsche 930 weights approximately 170 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 1975 Porsche 930. 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, 1975 Porsche 930 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 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 | 1975 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | 33 | 930 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |