1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1990 Ferrari 348
To start off, both 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 and 1990 Ferrari 348 were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 505 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 Ferrari 348 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 1990 Ferrari 348. 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, 1990 Ferrari 348 (324 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 348 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 Ferrari 348 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | 33 | 348 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 3405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 95 L |