1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 23 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Fiat 500 weights approximately 136 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 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | 33 | 500 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1106 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3547 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1627 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2300 mm |