1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1999 Toyota Echo
To start off, 1999 Toyota Echo 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 1,779 cc (3 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Echo (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Echo 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 130 kg more than 1999 Toyota Echo.
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 (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Echo. (123 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1999 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 33 | Echo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.2 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
