1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 245 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Corolla (130 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (129 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 33 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
