1970 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1993 TVR Chimaera is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Chimaera (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 57 kg more than 1993 TVR Chimaera.
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, 1993 TVR Chimaera (498 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1993 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
| Model | 2000 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 57 L |
