1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1987 TVR S
To start off, 1987 TVR S is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 TVR S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR S (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR S should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 170 kg more than 1987 TVR S.
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, 1987 TVR S (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 TVR S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1987 TVR S | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
Model | Giulietta | S |
Year Released | 1978 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1357 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |