2006 Acura MDX vs. 1987 Alfa Romeo 33
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 598 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX 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, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | MDX | 33 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
