1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Sunbeam Alpine 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 149 more horse power than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 328 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Sunbeam |
| Model | 33 Stradale | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 40 L |
