2008 Acura TSX vs. 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale
To start off, 2008 Acura TSX is newer by 41 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TSX weights approximately 748 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, 2008 Acura TSX, 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, 2008 Acura TSX (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TSX | 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | TSX | 33 Stradale |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 94 L |
