1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 43 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 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 1021 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, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Sharan 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 33 Stradale | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 196 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 | 1723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2919 mm |
