1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2008 Audi A5

To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 18 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (349 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 545 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.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (149 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 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 2008 Audi A5
Make Alfa Romeo Audi
Model 33 A5
Year Released 1990 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1712 cc 4163 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Horse Power 127 HP 349 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 149 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 84.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72 mm 93 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.3:1
Top Speed 196 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.3 seconds 5.1 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1085 kg 1630 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.6 L/100km 12.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 64 L


 

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