1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1985 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Jetta. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 38 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Volkswagen Jetta (133 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (129 Nm). This means 1985 Volkswagen Jetta 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 | 1985 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 33 | Jetta |
Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 133 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2480 mm |