1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, both 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 and 1990 Opel Omega were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 181 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 Opel Omega. 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 Opel Omega (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Omega 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 Opel Omega | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | 33 | Omega |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2740 mm |