1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,625 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (92 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 748 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (168 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
Model | 33 Stradale | P4 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2625 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 52 L |