1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2003 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 911 weights approximately 690 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 2003 Porsche 911 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, 2003 Porsche 911 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, 2003 Porsche 911 (621 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 911 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 | 2003 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 33 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 443 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2360 mm |
