1994 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 9 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 1,564 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1994 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1994 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 360 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.
Because 2003 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo 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, 2003 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo 33. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Kangoo 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 | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 33 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |
