1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 123 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
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, 2005 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (149 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 33 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1208 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 132 L |
