1973 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1980 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1980 Triumph TR7 is newer by 7 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 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Triumph TR7 (136 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 132 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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, 1980 Triumph TR7 (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1980 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | GTV | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1028 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
