1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1998 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Samurai 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 46 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1998 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Samurai 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 (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1998 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | 33 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
