1967 Steyr 650T vs. 1995 Alfa Romeo 33
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1967 Steyr 650T. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Steyr 650T 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 Steyr 650T. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33, 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 650T. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Steyr 650T | 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 | |
| Make | Steyr | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 650T | 33 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2480 mm |
