1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 246 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.
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 Subaru Impreza (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (149 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | 33 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
