1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 6 weights approximately 207 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 Mazda 6 (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 33 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
