1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2000 TVR Tuscan is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 75 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 2000 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
Model | 1900 | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1950 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1884 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |