1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 1978 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 1978 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 11 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 1978 Volkswagen Citi. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 178 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, 1978 Volkswagen Citi, 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale | 1978 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 33 Stradale | Citi |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
