1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X1 (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 605 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 2012 BMW X1 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 BMW X1 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 BMW X1 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. 2012 BMW X1 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. 2012 BMW X1 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2012 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 33 | X1 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4454 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
