1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. (145 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire weights approximately 1076 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire (312 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire has automatic transmission and 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale has manual transmission. 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale | 1958 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Armstrong Siddeley |
| Model | 33 Stradale | Star Sapphire |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 72 L |
