1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1997 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1997 Renault Laguna is newer by 7 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 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1997 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Laguna weights approximately 151 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 1997 Renault Laguna. 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (149 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1997 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 33 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
