1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 3. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 3 weights approximately 688 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, 2011 Mazda 3, 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, 2011 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 3 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 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 33 Stradale | 3 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 60 L |
