1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2001 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Liana 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Liana. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 265 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, 2001 Suzuki Liana (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Liana 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 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | 33 | Liana |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2490 mm |
