1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition 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 4 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. 2009 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 33 | Expedition |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3030 mm |