1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 1980 Mazda 323
To start off, 1980 Mazda 323 is newer by 13 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) has 156 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda 323 weights approximately 178 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 323. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale | 1980 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 33 Stradale | 323 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 45 L |
