1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Korando 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | 33 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
