1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1991 Mazda 626
To start off, 1991 Mazda 626 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1991 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mazda 626 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Mazda 626 (134 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (129 Nm). This means 1991 Mazda 626 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 | 1991 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 33 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
