1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1999 Rover 400
To start off, 1999 Rover 400 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 400 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Rover 400. 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, 1999 Rover 400 (183 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (149 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 400 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 Rover 400 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
Model | 33 | 400 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |