1969 TVR Tuscan vs. 1972 TVR 1600
To start off, 1972 TVR 1600 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 TVR Tuscan (134 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1972 TVR 1600. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1972 TVR 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 14 kg more than 1972 TVR 1600. 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, 1969 TVR Tuscan (260 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 TVR 1600. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 TVR 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 TVR Tuscan | 1972 TVR 1600 | |
| Make | TVR | TVR |
| Model | Tuscan | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2290 mm |
