1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 130 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | 33 | Panda |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2230 mm |