1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 89 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Because 2007 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotus Elise (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Elise 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 | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | 33 | Elise |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
