The company originated in 1910 under a different name before becoming the now famous Alfa Romeo five years later in 1915 when Nicola Romeo took over from Giuseppe Merosi, who had created the 24 HP. Since then, Alfa Romeo has competed on many occasions in motor racing and has ruled in all of the most famous, legendary competitions.
So, what is the secret to the success of the cars?
They were created, not built.
Below, we’re taking a closer look at some of the greatest racing models ever created by Alfa Romeo, which will continue to be admired and in the car racing industry for years to come.
Alfa Romeo 2000 Sportiva
This Alfa Romeo model was created and built in order to pay respect to the 1930’s and 1940’s Alfa Romeo race cars that had previously been very victorious on the track. Additionally, the Sportiva, built in 1954, was supposed to race in sport classes or be used as a high-speed grand tourer. However, only four were built and the model never made it into series production.
The chassis of the 2000 Sportiva was a tubular space frame, with front suspension by double wishbones and a de dion axle at the rear. The dual overhead camshaft engine gave the car a top speed of 220km/h, or 137mph.
Alfa Romeo Spider Duetto
This stylish car was, and still is, the cool of the cool. The Alfa Romeo Spider Duetto was designed and created to pay homage to speed, open-top driving and presence on the road. Due to its chic, smooth Italian and lightweight build, this car really stood out and became an admired, popular car. From its unique design, to the sound and feel that this car produces, this is certainly one of the coolest cars to be driven on the road.
Alfa Romeo Bertone Carabo
The 1968 Alfa Romeo Bertone Carabo is one of the most unique car designs you will probably ever see, especially from Alfa Romeo. The wedge shaped lines, created by the cars’ designer, Gandini, influenced the way in which the modern supercars are designed and made today. What’s more, this spectacular design has influenced and inspired many car designers for decades, making it one of Alfa Romeo’s greatest racing models.
Alfa Romeo Mille Miglia
The classic car, seen by some as one of the greatest, was created in 1938 by the incredible designer, Vittorio Jano. Not only was it fast and supercharged, but it was a magnificent machine which boasted a 2.9-litre inline-eight engine, with 180hp, so it could be driven on and off the track. This car has been described as one of the greatest cars to ever be created in the Alfa Romeo’s factory.
Alfa Romeo Stradale Prototipo
The Stradale Prototipo, made in 1967, has also been defined as one of the most stunning cars ever to be made. Due to its aluminium body being wrapped in an aluminium tubular chassis, this car was, and still is, extremely respected in the car racing world. Moreover, the car’s iconic butterfly doors and incredibly lightweight body (700kg to be exact), made this car a real talking point.
Alfa Romeo has made some of the most spectacular, exquisite cars over the years, particularly in the 20th century. These iconic, stylish, sleek cars will always be respected and admired, whether that is at classic car shows or by collectors.
