1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 2008 Mazda Premacy

To start off, 2008 Mazda Premacy is newer by 41 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 101 more horse power than 2008 Mazda Premacy. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 683 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, 2008 Mazda Premacy, 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Premacy.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale 2008 Mazda Premacy
Make Alfa Romeo Mazda
Model 33 Stradale Premacy
Year Released 1967 2008
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1990 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 230 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 8800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 171 Nm
Torque RPM 7000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 52.2 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.7:1
Top Speed 260 km/hour 188 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 702 kg 1385 kg
Vehicle Length 3980 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1000 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 94 L 58 L


 

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