1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 384 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 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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. 2006 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 33 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
