1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 12 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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, both vehicles can yield 149 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 33 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
