1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi 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 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 90 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 33 | Citi |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1421 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |