1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 2006 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2006 Opel Zafira is newer by 39 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 82 more horse power than 2006 Opel Zafira. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Zafira weights approximately 926 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, 2006 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, 2006 Opel Zafira (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. 2006 Opel Zafira 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. 2006 Opel Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale | 2006 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 33 Stradale | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 58 L |
