1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2004 Citroen C5
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 452 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2004 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 33 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2770 mm |
