2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 17 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 3,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 385 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (149 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Brera | 33 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3193 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
