1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2005 Audi A8
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 15 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 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 975 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (136 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 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 | 2005 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 33 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 4178 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2950 mm |
