1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2001 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2001 Toyota Sienna 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Sienna (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 680 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 Toyota Sienna. 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 Toyota Sienna (280 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. 2001 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 has manual transmission. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2001 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 33 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2910 mm |
