1991 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 21 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 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (69 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 127 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 33 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
