1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2009 Audi R8
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 446 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 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 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 | 2009 Audi R8 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | 33 | R8 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.5:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 311 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.9 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |