1991 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1991 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1991 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1445 kg more than 1991 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alfa Romeo 33. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 33 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |
