1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 786 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 2009 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
Model | 33 | Safari |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |