1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1987 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1987 TVR Tasmin is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR Tasmin (196 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 TVR Tasmin weights approximately 148 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 TVR Tasmin (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1987 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
| Model | Giulia | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2390 mm |
