1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 8 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1160 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.
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, 1998 Dodge Ram (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. 1998 Dodge Ram 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. 1998 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | 33 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 5899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2790 mm |
