1993 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 833 kg more than 1993 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, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1995 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 33 | Sharan |
Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
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 | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2840 mm |