1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1996 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1996 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 6 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 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 655 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.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick Park Avenue. 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, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (149 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. 1996 Buick Park Avenue 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. 1996 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1996 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | 33 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
