1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2004 Audi A6
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 14 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (220 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 775 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.
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, 2004 Audi A6 (300 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A6 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 | 2004 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 33 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
