1968 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1972 TVR 1600
To start off, 1972 TVR 1600 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 TVR 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 TVR 1600. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1972 TVR 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 84 kg more than 1972 TVR 1600. 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 TVR 1600. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 TVR 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GT | 1972 TVR 1600 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
Model | GT | 1600 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2290 mm |