1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1988 TVR Type S
To start off, 1988 TVR Type S is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 TVR Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Type S (158 HP) has 106 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Type S should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 TVR Type S weights approximately 25 kg more than 1961 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, 1988 TVR Type S (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 TVR Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1988 TVR Type S | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
| Model | Giulietta | Type S |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2300 mm |
