1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 19 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), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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 95 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
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, 2009 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. 2009 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 has manual transmission. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2009 Audi A4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | 33 | A4 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |