1975 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1967 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 TVR Tuscan (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 50 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 1967 TVR Tuscan (426 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1967 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1967 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
| Model | Spider | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2290 mm |
