1993 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1998 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1998 SsangYong Korando is newer by 5 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 SsangYong Korando (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1008 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.
Because 1998 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 SsangYong Korando 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, 1998 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33. 1998 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 has manual transmission. 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1998 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | 33 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
