1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 1998 Caterham C21
To start off, 1998 Caterham C21 is newer by 31 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 115 more horse power than 1998 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 1998 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale weights approximately 52 kg more than 1998 Caterham C21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Caterham C21. (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale | 1998 Caterham C21 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Caterham |
| Model | 33 Stradale | C21 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2260 mm |
