1973 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1974 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1974 Triumph TR6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Triumph TR6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Triumph TR6 weights approximately 57 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV.
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, 1974 Triumph TR6 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. 1974 Triumph TR6 has automatic transmission and 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Triumph TR6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1974 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | GTV | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1028 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |
