1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 17 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 145 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 188 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Alfasud | 33 Stradale |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 52.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 94 L |
