1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2007 TVR Sagaris
To start off, 2007 TVR Sagaris is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 TVR Sagaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 TVR Sagaris (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 TVR Sagaris should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 TVR Sagaris weights approximately 440 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. 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, 2007 TVR Sagaris (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 TVR Sagaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2007 TVR Sagaris | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
| Model | GTA | Sagaris |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 65 L |
