1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2004 Audi TT
To start off, 2004 Audi TT 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 1,754 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi TT (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi TT weights approximately 550 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 TT (281 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm). This means 2004 Audi TT 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 TT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 33 | TT |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.6 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 62 L |
