1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2001 Ford Cougar
To start off, 2001 Ford Cougar is newer by 11 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 1,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Cougar (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Cougar weights approximately 194 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Cougar. 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, 2001 Ford Cougar (298 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (149 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Cougar 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 | 2001 Ford Cougar | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 33 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
