1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1994 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1994 TVR Chimaera is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Chimaera (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 170 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 TVR Chimaera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 TVR Chimaera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 TVR Chimaera (498 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1994 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
| Model | Sprint | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2290 mm |
