1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 94 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 155 | 33 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
