1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 2004 Opel Zafira

To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 37 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 103 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 743 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, 2004 Opel Zafira, 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale 2004 Opel Zafira
Make Alfa Romeo Opel
Model 33 Stradale Zafira
Year Released 1967 2004
Engine Position Middle Front
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 127 HP
Engine RPM 8800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 7000 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 80.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 52.2 mm 88.2 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 702 kg 1445 kg
Vehicle Length 3980 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1000 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 94 L 60 L


 

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