1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (424 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 880 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 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (521 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 33 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Electric |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
