1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, 2004 Volvo V70 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 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V70 weights approximately 586 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 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (149 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | 33 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
