1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla 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 2,229 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (134 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 873 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 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2008 Toyota Corolla (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 33 Stradale | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 195 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 | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 55 L |
