1990–1994 Alfa Romeo 33 1.7 IE Specs & Performance

The 1990–1994 Alfa Romeo 33 1.7 IE brought a more refined character to the compact Italian hatchback while retaining the unusual boxer-engine layout that made the 33 stand apart. Its fuel-injected flat-four delivered smoother, more modern operation than the carbureted versions, while the front-wheel-drive chassis kept the car simple and approachable.

What makes this version interesting is the combination of everyday five-door practicality with Alfa Romeo’s distinctive engineering approach. The longitudinal boxer engine and relatively lightweight body gave the 33 1.7 IE a character that was quite different from the conventional small hatchbacks of its era.