1993 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 19 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 818 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 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 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 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 33 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2751 mm |
