1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 1964 Fiat 500
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 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 208 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale weights approximately 156 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale | 1964 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | 33 Stradale | 500 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 546 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 1950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 38 L |