1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka.
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 (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2010 Ford Ka | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 33 | Ka |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |