1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Seat Ibiza. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 99 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, 2012 Seat Ibiza (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Ibiza 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 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | 33 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
