1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 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 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i20. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai i20. 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 Hyundai i20 (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i20 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 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | 33 | i20 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.3 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
