1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 590 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Highlander (328 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (178 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 33 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 73 L |
