1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2001 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2001 TVR Tuscan is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 175 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 2001 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2001 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2001 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
| Model | Giulia | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 58 L |
