1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1999 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara 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 1,527 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 270 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
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 (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1999 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 33 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1527 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2770 mm |
