Alfa Romeo's return to top-flight endurance racing in the 1960s was not just a business venture but a matter of national pride for the Italian outfit. This 1968 T33/2 'Daytona' mod transports you back to the 1960s.
Alfa Romeo's 1967 debut was in response to that year's Porsche 906s and 910s. However, the performance was nowhere near that of the German manufacturer throughout 1967, with the best result being 5th at the Nürburgring 1000 for the T33.
Alfa Romeo Tipo 33 1967. Image: AlfvanBeem via Wikimedia Commons CCO 1.0
However, in 1968, famous designer Carlo Chiti had his hand in redesigning the Alfa Romeo T33, the version of which is present in this Assetto Corsa mod. Alongside a slight tune-up of the 1998cc V8, now pushing out 270hp, the T33/2 'Daytona' would debut in 1968 for the Daytona 24 Hours.
Chiti was brought in to help rectify the dangerous handling and balance issues while retaining the unique 'H-pattern' lightweight chassis. This chassis design consisted of thick aluminium tubes arranged in an H-pattern shape. The chassis included the fuel tanks and freed up a lot of space for the engineers to work with.
1968 Alfa Romeo Tipo T33/2 at Goodwood Festival of Speed. Image: Brian Snelson on Flickr via Creative Commons 2.0
At Daytona, the T33/2 placed 5th, 6th, and 7th overall, winning the 2L prototype class outright. This historic first win would attribute the short tail to the nickname 'Daytona'. More success was destined to follow at their home circuit of Imola, Zandvoort, and the infamous Targa Florio.
However, the T33/2 'Daytona's' most significant success would be recorded at the 1968 Le Mans 24 Hours. An Autodelta factory-entry longtail T33/2, piloted by the Italian duo Ignazio Giunti and Giovanni Galli, took the 2L class win from long-time winners Porsche.
Nanni Galli and Ignazio Giunti at the 1969 Nurburgring 1000k race. Image: Jim Culp via Flickr CC BY-NC-ND 2.0
Following the impressive 1968 season, many T33/2s saw extended action in the hands of privateers. Around 28 examples were built, most of which survived. From the late 1960s to the early 1970s, they became a frequent sight on European and American racing circuits.
The car drives spectacularly, with fantastic force feedback and a great soundtrack. Assetto Corsa modding legend Bazza lent his hand to the mod to guarantee historically accurate physics. This in-depth driving physics model focuses on historical accuracy and the joy of driving such an excellent 1960s prototype-class car.
Historically accurate #76 racing livery. Image: Pasta2000
The mod includes the car itself and 33 historically accurate liveries to complete it. Some have the roof removed where appropriate.
Overall, this mod is a fantastic representation of a successful 1960s prototype that can still be seen at historic race meetings around Europe today. This car is a joy to drive and will be a fantastic addition to your 1960s sportscar grids. Check out the mod right here on OverTake.gg.
What do you think about the Alfa Romeo T33/2 'Daytona' mod for Assetto Corsa? Let us know in the comments down below!
History of the Alfa Romeo T33/2 'Daytona'
Alfa Romeo's Tipo 33 program first started its prototype journey in the World Sports Car Championship in 1967. With the debut being rushed and hectic to get the car to the grid, the results were less favourable in the first year.Alfa Romeo's 1967 debut was in response to that year's Porsche 906s and 910s. However, the performance was nowhere near that of the German manufacturer throughout 1967, with the best result being 5th at the Nürburgring 1000 for the T33.
Alfa Romeo Tipo 33 1967. Image: AlfvanBeem via Wikimedia Commons CCO 1.0
However, in 1968, famous designer Carlo Chiti had his hand in redesigning the Alfa Romeo T33, the version of which is present in this Assetto Corsa mod. Alongside a slight tune-up of the 1998cc V8, now pushing out 270hp, the T33/2 'Daytona' would debut in 1968 for the Daytona 24 Hours.
Chiti was brought in to help rectify the dangerous handling and balance issues while retaining the unique 'H-pattern' lightweight chassis. This chassis design consisted of thick aluminium tubes arranged in an H-pattern shape. The chassis included the fuel tanks and freed up a lot of space for the engineers to work with.
1968 Alfa Romeo Tipo T33/2 at Goodwood Festival of Speed. Image: Brian Snelson on Flickr via Creative Commons 2.0
At Daytona, the T33/2 placed 5th, 6th, and 7th overall, winning the 2L prototype class outright. This historic first win would attribute the short tail to the nickname 'Daytona'. More success was destined to follow at their home circuit of Imola, Zandvoort, and the infamous Targa Florio.
However, the T33/2 'Daytona's' most significant success would be recorded at the 1968 Le Mans 24 Hours. An Autodelta factory-entry longtail T33/2, piloted by the Italian duo Ignazio Giunti and Giovanni Galli, took the 2L class win from long-time winners Porsche.
Nanni Galli and Ignazio Giunti at the 1969 Nurburgring 1000k race. Image: Jim Culp via Flickr CC BY-NC-ND 2.0
Following the impressive 1968 season, many T33/2s saw extended action in the hands of privateers. Around 28 examples were built, most of which survived. From the late 1960s to the early 1970s, they became a frequent sight on European and American racing circuits.
Assetto Corsa's Sportscar grids welcome the Alfa Romeo T33/2 'Daytona'
Within Assetto Corsa, a great grid of 1960s sportscars is forming from the likes of Historic Sim Studios and Pasta2000, with his Alfa Romeo T33/2 Daytona'. This car is made from the ground up and is an excellent representation of the creative community that has kept Assetto Corsa alive for so long.The car drives spectacularly, with fantastic force feedback and a great soundtrack. Assetto Corsa modding legend Bazza lent his hand to the mod to guarantee historically accurate physics. This in-depth driving physics model focuses on historical accuracy and the joy of driving such an excellent 1960s prototype-class car.
Historically accurate #76 racing livery. Image: Pasta2000
The mod includes the car itself and 33 historically accurate liveries to complete it. Some have the roof removed where appropriate.
Overall, this mod is a fantastic representation of a successful 1960s prototype that can still be seen at historic race meetings around Europe today. This car is a joy to drive and will be a fantastic addition to your 1960s sportscar grids. Check out the mod right here on OverTake.gg.
What do you think about the Alfa Romeo T33/2 'Daytona' mod for Assetto Corsa? Let us know in the comments down below!
