1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (133 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 430 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.
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, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki SX4 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 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | 33 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2500 mm |
