1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1994 Audi A8
To start off, 1994 Audi A8 is newer by 4 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A8 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A8 weights approximately 780 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1994 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. 1994 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 has manual transmission. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1994 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 33 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2890 mm |
