1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2007 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Stavic 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 1037 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 2007 SsangYong Stavic 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 SsangYong Stavic 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 SsangYong Stavic (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. 2007 SsangYong Stavic 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 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2007 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | 33 | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2007 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3010 mm |
