1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1986 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1986 TVR Tasmin is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,526 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 TVR Tasmin (196 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 210 kg more than 1986 TVR Tasmin.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 TVR Tasmin (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1986 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
| Model | Spider | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 3526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
