1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 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, 2012 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 115 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.
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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | 33 | i20 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
