1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1996 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1996 Subaru Impreza 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Impreza. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 35 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1996 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | 33 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
