1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1987 TVR 420
To start off, 1987 TVR 420 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 4,225 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 TVR 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR 420 (300 HP) has 248 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR 420 should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 TVR 420 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 1987 TVR 420 (393 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 TVR 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1987 TVR 420 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
Model | Giulietta | 420 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4225 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 300 HP |
Torque | 95 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 59 L |