1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 20 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 2010 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 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, 2010 Audi R8 (429 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 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 | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 33 | R8 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
