1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 21 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 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 2011 Audi A8 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, 2011 Audi A8 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, 2011 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 664 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. 2011 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 has manual transmission. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | 33 | A8 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 4134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2992 mm |