1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 2 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 2,859 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 255 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.
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, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Volkswagen Corrado 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 | 1992 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 33 | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
