1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1988 Toyota Blizzard
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 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 380 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1988 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1988 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Blizzard 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 | 1988 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 33 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2210 mm |
