The Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale is a mid-engine sports car built by Italian automobile manufacturer Alfa Romeo. It was the fastest commercially available car for the standing kilometer upon its introduction. 18 examples were produced between 1967 and 1969. "Stradale" is a term often used by Italian car manufacturers to indicate a street-legal version of a racing car; indeed the 33 Stradale was derived from the Tipo 33 sports prototype. Built in an attempt by Alfa Romeo to make some of its racing technology available to the public, it was also the most expensive automobile for sale to the public in 1968 at US$17,000.
Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale
Prototype with twin headlights. (Alfa Romeo Museum replica)
Production version with single headlights.
Prototype's side profile. (Alfa Romeo museum replica).
A sports car is a car designed with an emphasis on dynamic performance, such as handling, acceleration, top speed, the thrill of driving, and racing capability. Sports cars originated in Europe in early 1910s and are currently produced by many manufacturers around the world.
Mazda MX-5, one of the world's best-selling sports cars
1996 Porsche 911 GT2, a model homologated for sports car racing
2-seat layout (Ferrari 458 Spyder)
2+2 layout (Porsche 911)