1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2005 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 366 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.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V 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, 2005 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 33 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
