1994 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1997 Ford Puma
To start off, 1997 Ford Puma is newer by 3 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Puma (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1994 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Puma weights approximately 70 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, 1997 Ford Puma (126 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo 33. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Puma 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 | 1997 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 33 | Puma |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |
