1989–1990 Alfa Romeo 33 Sport Wagon 1.7 QV Specs & Performance

The 1989–1990 Alfa Romeo 33 Sport Wagon 1.7 QV is an unusual blend of practical estate-car packaging and classic Alfa Romeo engineering. Its naturally aspirated 1.7-liter boxer-four gives the compact wagon a character that is very different from the conventional inline-four layouts common among rivals of the period.

The QV uses fuel injection, a five-speed manual transmission and front-wheel drive, while its relatively light 945-kg body helps the 104-hp engine deliver respectable performance for a small family wagon. It can reach 100 km/h in 9.8 seconds and has a top speed of 113 mph. More importantly, the Sport Wagon retains the distinctive flat-four configuration and longitudinal engine layout that helped make the 33 stand out. With five doors and useful cargo space, the 1.7 QV is an interesting example of Alfa Romeo giving everyday practicality a distinctly sporting identity.