1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 1973 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1973 Opel Commodore is newer by 6 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 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1973 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Commodore weights approximately 468 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale | 1973 Opel Commodore | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | 33 Stradale | Commodore |
Year Released | 1967 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 69.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 70 L |