1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 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 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 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, 2012 Audi Q3 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 Audi Q3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 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 Audi Q3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | 33 | Q3 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |