1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 1972 AMC Matador
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 898 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, 1972 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale has manual transmission. 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale | 1972 AMC Matador | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | AMC |
| Model | 33 Stradale | Matador |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 103.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 74 L |
