1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2009 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2009 Kia Carnival 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1250 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.
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 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carnival 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 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | 33 | Carnival |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2910 mm |