1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1991 TVR Griffith is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 TVR Griffith (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 TVR Griffith weights approximately 40 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 1991 TVR Griffith (388 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (170 Nm). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
| Model | Spider | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2290 mm |
