1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 1987 Holden Barina
To start off, 1987 Holden Barina is newer by 20 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 163 more horse power than 1987 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Holden Barina weights approximately 28 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, 1987 Holden Barina, 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale | 1987 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | 33 Stradale | Barina |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2250 mm |
