1968 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, both 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV and 1968 TVR Vixen were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 57 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 280 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV (187 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
Model | GTV | Vixen |
Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 75 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 |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 65 L |