1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 2000 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2000 Lotus Elise is newer by 33 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 87 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Elise. (143 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lotus Elise weights approximately 18 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale.
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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Elise. (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale | 2000 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
Model | 33 Stradale | Elise |
Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 89.3 mm |
Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 36 L |