1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 307 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 162 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. 2007 Peugeot 307 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 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 33 | 307 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
