1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1990 Saab 900
To start off, both 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 and 1990 Saab 900 were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 900 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 900 weights approximately 215 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 Saab 900. 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 Saab 900 (181 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (149 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 900 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 Saab 900 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
Model | 33 | 900 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |