1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2009 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 228 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
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, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Elantra 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 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | 33 | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
