1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1983 Lotus Excel
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lotus Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lotus Excel would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lotus Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lotus Excel (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lotus Excel weights approximately 195 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 1983 Lotus Excel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Lotus Excel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Lotus Excel (218 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (129 Nm). This means 1983 Lotus Excel 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 | 1983 Lotus Excel | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | 33 | Excel |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 31 L |
