1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 2 weights approximately 76 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
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 (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2. 2012 Mazda 2 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 Mazda 2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | 33 | 2 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2489 mm |