1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2008 Volkswagen GLI
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen GLI 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen GLI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen GLI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen GLI should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen GLI weights approximately 251 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.
Because 2008 Volkswagen GLI is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen GLI will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen GLI (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen GLI 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 Volkswagen GLI | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 33 | GLI |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |