1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1995 Volvo 460
To start off, 1995 Volvo 460 is newer by 5 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 460. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 460 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volvo 460. 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, 1995 Volvo 460 (180 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 460 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 | 1995 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | 33 | 460 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |