1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 584 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.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (129 Nm). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 33 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1487 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2803 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
