1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Passat (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 405 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 1997 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 1997 Volkswagen Passat (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 1997 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 33 | Passat |
Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |