1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 248 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.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 Volkswagen Beetle (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (149 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Beetle 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 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 33 | Beetle |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1333 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4278 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |