1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 1995 Volvo 850 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 1,982 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 850. (124 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 850 weights approximately 316 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 850. 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 850 (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (149 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 850 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 850 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | 33 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
