1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 1998 Renault Megane
To start off, 1998 Renault Megane 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1998 Renault Megane. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Megane weights approximately 518 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 Renault Megane, 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, 1998 Renault Megane (196 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Megane 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 | 1998 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 33 Stradale | Megane |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |
