1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 22 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), 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 270 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 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (149 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 | 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 33 | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
