1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1975 Lancia Beta is newer by 8 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 149 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Beta weights approximately 298 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, 1975 Lancia Beta, 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | 33 Stradale | Beta |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 49 L |
