1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,000 cc, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 638 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 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 33 | Sharan |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2919 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |