1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2012 Lotus Elise.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lotus Elise. 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 Lotus Elise (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
Model | 33 | Elise |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2299 mm |