2005 Acura TL vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33
To start off, 2005 Acura TL is newer by 15 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 3,209 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura TL weights approximately 520 kg more than 1990 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, 2005 Acura TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TL | 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | TL | 33 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3209 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
