1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1967 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1967 TVR Vixen is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 TVR Vixen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1967 TVR Vixen. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1967 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 180 kg more than 1967 TVR Vixen. 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1967 TVR Vixen | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
Model | Giulia | Vixen |
Year Released | 1965 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 125 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 65 L |