1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2005 Honda Z
To start off, 2005 Honda Z 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Honda Z. 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2005 Honda Z | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 33 | Z |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 64 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |