1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon 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 146 more horse power than 2008 Seat Leon. (84 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Leon weights approximately 474 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 Seat Leon, 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Leon. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale | 2008 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | 33 Stradale | Leon |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 55 L |
