1973 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1972 TVR 1600
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 TVR 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 TVR 1600 would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1972 TVR 1600. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1972 TVR 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 132 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV (190 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 TVR 1600. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 TVR 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1972 TVR 1600 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
| Model | GTV | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1028 kg | 896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2290 mm |
