1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2003 TVR T 350
To start off, 2003 TVR T 350 is newer by 42 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR T 350 (346 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 TVR T 350 weights approximately 249 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, 2003 TVR T 350 (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 TVR T 350 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 | 2003 TVR T 350 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
Model | Giulietta | T 350 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 57 L |