1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1996 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1996 Italdesign Nazca 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 74 kg more than 1996 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Italdesign Nazca. 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 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (149 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Italdesign Nazca 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 | 1996 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Italdesign |
| Model | 33 | Nazca |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 297 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
