1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1336 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 Ford F-150. 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 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (149 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. 2010 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 has manual transmission. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 33 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5885 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1887 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |
