1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 1973 Renault 12
To start off, 1973 Renault 12 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 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 177 more horse power than 1973 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Renault 12 weights approximately 198 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Renault 12, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale | 1973 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 33 Stradale | 12 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 56 L |
