1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz A 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 129 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 418 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz A, 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. 1998 Mercedes-Benz A has automatic transmission and 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale has manual transmission. 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mercedes-Benz A will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale | 1998 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 33 Stradale | A |
Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2430 mm |