1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 1986 Citroen Axel
To start off, 1986 Citroen Axel is newer by 19 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 196 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen Axel weights approximately 118 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, 1986 Citroen Axel, 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale | 1986 Citroen Axel | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 33 Stradale | Axel |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2380 mm |
