1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 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 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 360 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 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda RX-8. 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 Mazda RX-8 (222 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. 2005 Mazda RX-8 has automatic transmission and 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 has manual transmission. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda RX-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 33 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1311 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.6 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
