1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 1989 Volvo 245
To start off, 1989 Volvo 245 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 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 245. (110 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 245.
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, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale | 1989 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | 33 Stradale | 245 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |