There are hopes that never set. Suggestive hypotheses capable of inflaming enthusiasts. Dreams always lit. Among the most attractive projects on paper for the future of the Alfa Romeo, the future supercar rightfully occupies a prominent place. A prototype of theAlfa Romeo 33 Stradale interpreted in a modern key should see the light in 2023 and, according to the declarations of the exponents of the brand, there would be just a few months before the unveiling. We’ll find out if the plans are confirmed, certainly what has been said is enough to rekindle the passion in the hearts of alfisti. Because functionality is ok, adaptability to modern needs, but where is the bold spirit?
The history of the builder from Arese is teeming with specimens consecrated to the myth. Real masterpieces both in terms of mechanics and style. Bringing them back to the market could be too nostalgic an operation, destined to prove to be a hole in the water. The doubts vanish if, however, the company borrows the name and some small reminders, addressed to those who were a simple child over half a century ago.
The prediction of seeing an Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale 2023, at least in the form of a concept, rests on fairly concrete foundations. In fact, the mind behind today’s course, the managing director, Jean-Philippe Imparato, has not hidden behind a finger. The group manager Stellantis, Carlos Tavares, has entrusted him with the keys to the kingdom and the manager has already achieved some important goals. With the Tonal it was forbidden to fail, so that the subsequent maneuvers would be defined by the orders received. The boom in orders in recent months (analysts estimate a total of 35,000 by the end of the year) provides the necessary impetus for the creation of more exclusive products. And now the Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale 2023 is a concrete track.
Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale 2023: the Alfa Romeo supercar
Despite the figure of Sergio Marchionne has always been divisive, the former FCA leader had the pulse of the market. He knew what the driving community might and might not like. The four-wheeler sector knew him inside out. And if a managerial figure had feared such an idea then the credentials seem to be there. In June 2018, the Italian-Canadian had opened up to the scenario. The idea of the Maserati MC20. This time the protagonist will be the Biscione. To the microphones of the British magazine Truck, the ad indicated in the coming month of March as a good launch window. In an initial juncture, the veil will be pulled up into the prototype conformation; therefore, it will be up to the road version to take to the track, perhaps in 2025.
The ideal scenario would be the 100th anniversary celebrations of Green Four Leaf Clover, iconic emblem introduced in 1923 on Uvo Sivocci’s Alfa at the Targa Florio. From there it has until today represented the auspicious symbol for the company, adopted in the current era to identify proposals with a marked sporting connotation. The Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale 2023 would then have the spotlight on it in September, during the celebrations in Balocco near the Formula One Grand Prix on the Monza circuit.
However, Imparato preferred to avoid providing absolute confirmations. As we write, the discussions on the identity to be conferred on the medium hold the table. The central question concerns the placement in the product portfolio. The wish is to satisfy the prayers of the fans, who are clamoring for a special car.
exteriors
The Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale would pave the way for examples of the same type, sharing an emotional meaning and a very limited edition. It would be a second family, which would complement the ordinary proposals. The establishment of the parent company, born from the merger between Fiat Chrysler and PSA, brought the brand back to a premium level. Potential customers would be well disposed to examine luxury models from the House. The CEO publicly expressed his admiration for yesterday.
When you visit the Arese museum – he explained – it is possible to come away with a lot of ideas and cues. They think that the past has a strong attraction, which must inspire the future. In addition to defining the eventual revival of the Duet, the idea of a super sports sedan tickles the imagination. The name and stylistic features would pay homage to the legendary custom-built that rolled off the assembly line between 1967 and 1969. A car not to be confused with the more recent 1983 Alfa 33, heir to theAlfasouth.
The vehicle will distance itself from any other on the market. It will be an expression of the DNA and the heritage of the Biscione, which can be found clearly and quickly. When the public sets eyes on it – added Imparato – it will bring to mind the glorious glories of the past. When the brand was repeatedly churning out sports cars of exceptional workmanship in terms of style and technology. It remains to be established whether it will compete with absolute excellence, following the example of 8C of 2007 or if it will be more accessible, similar to 4C from 2013. According to the information collected and shared by Autocar, it could be a five-zero hypercar. The project will not share either the platform or the engine of the Maserati MC20, unlike the initial rumors.
The head of the Alfa Romeo Style Centre, Alejandro Mesonero-Romanos, would, on the other hand, be inclined to use stylistic elements from Tonale. In this case, he would think of borrowing the configuration of the grille and the reduced thickness LED lights. In this case, however, the optical signature would take on a different appearance, going more to integrate with the bonnet. It will be up to him to evoke strong sensations and challenger. From the original Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale, the 2023 showcar will mainly inherit the courage to dare; therefore, one should not expect something too retro.
It’s hard to comment on the interior. The prevailing thesis is that cutting-edge technologies, sublimely crafted stitching and ad hoc upholstery in Nappa leather and/or Alcantara will be adopted. In short, the usual to which high-calibre brands have accustomed us today.
Engines
By Imparato’s own admission, there will be no middle ground with regard to engines. It will either be 100 percent electric or 100 percent endothermic. Numerous international magazines imagine that the Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale 2023 will be the ICE’s swan song. If so, the propeller credited with moving it would be the 2.9-litre twin-turbo V6 used today by the Quadrifoglio versions of Giulia and Stelvio. The range will perhaps exceed the 540 HP limit touched by the Giulia GTA. The decision would make sense, as it would allow us to say goodbye to this technology with great fanfare, knowing that from 2027 every launch of the company will be EV.
However, the rumors about the all-electric powertrain are also circulating with good insistence, in the footsteps of the full electric suvs small size planned for 2024. Instead, a hybrid powertrain is to be discarded. Whatever the decision, the skills acquired during the partnership with Sauber in F1, who will work together with Audi over the next World Championships, could come in handy.
The forum Self Opinions he claims that a select group of dealers have already been shown renderings of it. The posts tell of an extremely limited edition, consisting of 32 units: 16 with heat engine and 16 electric, battery powered. The 33rd would eventually be beaten at an auction for solidarity purposes or kept in the internal museum of the Constructor. Where the speculations are true we must expect an immediate sold-out, also because Alfa has stopped beating on this point for a long time now.
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