1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2012 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i10 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 1,777 cc (3 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i10. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 92 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i10. (95 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2012 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | 33 | i10 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 14.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3565 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1595 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
