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[alfa] Spica / Lucas F. I.



Biba mentioned "I was absolutely positive the 33 Stradale had a Lucas Fuel Injection System, but after checking..." came up with a "Bottom line, the 33 uses the 'twin' Spica unit similar to the Montreal." For clarification it should be worth mentioning that the 33/2 Sport Prototipi did use the Lucas system, while the detuned road version ("Stradale") used the Spica. Biba was mostly right at both ends, if a little off at both ends. Close enough for full credit.

The other changes between the Prototipi and the Stradale were relatively modest; the wheelbase was stretched 100 mm, compression ratio increased from 10:1 to 11:1, peak power from 230 @ 8800 to 270 @ 9600, and the civilizing of the bodywork and interior increased the weight from 580 kg to 700 kg, still 290 kg lighter than a Duetto.

Enjoy ypurs,

John H. --
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