1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2005 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2005 TVR Cerbera is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Cerbera (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2005 TVR Cerbera.
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, 2005 TVR Cerbera (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2005 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
Model | Alfa 6 | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |