1998 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1995 Alfa Romeo 33
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 87 kg more than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Matiz | 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Matiz | 33 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2480 mm |
