1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1990 Buick LeSabre

To start off, both 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 and 1990 Buick LeSabre were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick LeSabre (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 425 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 1990 Buick LeSabre. 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, 1990 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (149 Nm). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre 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 1990 Buick LeSabre
Make Alfa Romeo Buick
Model 33 LeSabre
Year Released 1990 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1712 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Horse Power 127 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 149 Nm 271 Nm
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 96.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 8.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1074 kg 1499 kg
Vehicle Length 4080 mm 5010 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 68 L


 

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