2008 Mazda Premacy vs. 1995 Alfa Romeo 33
To start off, 2008 Mazda Premacy is newer by 13 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 515 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.
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, 2008 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 33. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Premacy | 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 | |
| Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Premacy | 33 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
