1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 1959 Skoda Octavia
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 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 222 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.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale | 1959 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
Model | 33 Stradale | Octavia |
Year Released | 1967 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |