1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 16 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 2,768 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1699 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 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon 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 | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | 33 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 2768 cc |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
