1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 486 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 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 33 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
