1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi 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 1,780 cc, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (120 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi 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 274 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
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 Volkswagen Citi (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Citi 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 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 33 | Citi |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1780 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |
