2006 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1995 Alfa Romeo 33
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 11 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota RAV4 | 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | RAV4 | 33 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
