1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1988 TVR S2
To start off, 1988 TVR S2 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 TVR S2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR S2 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR S2 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 340 kg more than 1988 TVR S2.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 TVR S2 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 TVR S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1988 TVR S2 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
| Model | Spider | S2 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
