1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (243 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 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 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (149 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige 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 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | 33 | Exige |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
