1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2007 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Ignis 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. Both 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 and 2007 Suzuki Ignis are equipped with a 1,490 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 115 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 2007 Suzuki Ignis 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 Suzuki Ignis 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2007 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | 33 | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2370 mm |
