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 Alfa Romeo 33 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 236 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1990 Opel Omega 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 Opel Omega. 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 Opel Omega (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (136 Nm @ 4900 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 | 1490 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2740 mm |