1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 1989 TVR Speed Eight
To start off, 1989 TVR Speed Eight is newer by 22 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 TVR Speed Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 TVR Speed Eight. (225 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 1989 TVR Speed Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 TVR Speed Eight weights approximately 418 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 TVR Speed Eight (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1989 TVR Speed Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale | 1989 TVR Speed Eight | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
Model | 33 Stradale | Speed Eight |
Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 61 L |