1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 1999 Toyota Solara
To start off, 1999 Toyota Solara is newer by 32 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Solara weights approximately 678 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, 1999 Toyota Solara, 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, 1999 Toyota Solara (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Solara 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 | 1999 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 33 Stradale | Solara |
Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
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 | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |