1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1968 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1968 TVR Tuscan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 TVR Tuscan (229 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1968 TVR Tuscan.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1968 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
| Model | 1900 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |
