1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1983 TVR 350i
To start off, 1983 TVR 350i is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 TVR 350i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 TVR 350i (197 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 TVR 350i should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 167 kg more than 1983 TVR 350i.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 TVR 350i (298 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm). This means 1983 TVR 350i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1983 TVR 350i | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
| Model | Spider | 350i |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
