1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 2007 Ford Ka
To start off, 2007 Ford Ka is newer by 40 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 162 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ka weights approximately 185 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, 2007 Ford Ka, 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale | 2007 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 33 Stradale | Ka |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 40 L |
