1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2005 Audi S4
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 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 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 870 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 S4 (410 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (136 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 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 S4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 33 | S4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
