1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2011 Honda Element
To start off, 2011 Honda Element 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Element weights approximately 569 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 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Element. 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, 2011 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. 2011 Honda Element 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 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2011 Honda Element | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 33 | Element |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
