1994 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1996 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 1996 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1994 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 280 kg more than 1994 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, 1996 Ford Mondeo (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo 33. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1996 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 33 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
