1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 291 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 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 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 33 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |
