1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1999 Opel Signum
To start off, 1999 Opel Signum 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Opel Signum. (99 HP @ 3120 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Signum weights approximately 625 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, 1999 Opel Signum (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Signum 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 | 1999 Opel Signum | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | 33 | Signum |
Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3120 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2840 mm |