1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 1,695 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 45 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (98 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 33 | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |
