1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 2012 Honda Accord

To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 45 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 789 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, 2012 Honda Accord, 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, 2012 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. 2012 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale has manual transmission. 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale 2012 Honda Accord
Make Alfa Romeo Honda
Model 33 Stradale Accord
Year Released 1967 2012
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 230 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 8800 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 7000 RPM 4300 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 702 kg 1491 kg
Vehicle Length 3980 mm 4950 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1847 mm
Vehicle Height 1000 mm 1476 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2799 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 94 L 70 L


 

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