1992 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1992 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1992 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 482 kg more than 1992 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 33. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 33 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |
