1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2009 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2009 Kia Spectra 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Spectra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster 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 Kia Spectra (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Spectra 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 Spectra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | 33 | Spectra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
