1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 44 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 13 more horse power than 2011 Lotus Elise. (217 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 2011 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lotus Elise weights approximately 224 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Lotus Elise (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Elise 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 | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
Model | 33 Stradale | Elise |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 44 L |