1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2008 Honda Fit
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Fit (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 295 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 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, 2008 Honda Fit (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Fit 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 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 33 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 41 L |
