1968 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1967 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1967 TVR Vixen. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1967 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 250 kg more than 1967 TVR Vixen. 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 GTV (187 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1967 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
| Model | GTV | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 65 L |
