1998 Hyundai Euro 1 vs. 1995 Alfa Romeo 33
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1.
Because 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 33. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Euro 1 | 33 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1360 mm |
