1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 1966 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volkswagen Beetle 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 206 more horse power than 1966 Volkswagen Beetle. (24 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 1966 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 58 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 | 1966 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 33 Stradale | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 40 L |
