1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1998 Honda CRX
To start off, 1998 Honda CRX 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 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Honda CRX. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 29 kg more than 1998 Honda CRX. 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 1998 Honda CRX. 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, 1998 Honda CRX (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (149 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Honda CRX 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 | 1998 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 33 | CRX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
