1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1967 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 325 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Maserati Mistral 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 Maserati Mistral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1967 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (129 Nm). This means 1967 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1967 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
| Model | 33 | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
