1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1999 Acura EL
To start off, 1999 Acura EL is newer by 9 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, 1999 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1999 Acura EL.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1999 Acura EL | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Acura |
| Model | 33 | EL |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2619 mm |
