1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1969 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1969 TVR Tuscan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1969 TVR Tuscan. (134 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1969 TVR Tuscan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 420 kg more than 1969 TVR Tuscan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 TVR Tuscan (260 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1969 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
Model | Spider | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1965 | 1969 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 72.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |