1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, 2004 Rover 45 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Rover 45. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 45 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Rover 45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 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, 2004 Rover 45 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 45 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 Rover 45 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
Model | 33 | 45 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2560 mm |