1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2001 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Vitara 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Vitara (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 310 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 2001 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Vitara 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 Suzuki Vitara (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Vitara 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 Vitara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | 33 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2210 mm |
