1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse (263 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mitsubishi Eclipse (354 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 33 | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |
