1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige 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 69 kg more than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Because 2009 Lotus Exige 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 Lotus Exige. 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 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Exige 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 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | 33 | Exige |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
