1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2007 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 17 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. 2007 Land Rover LR3 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. 2007 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2007 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
| Model | 33 | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.2 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
