1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 577 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 2010 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | 33 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
