1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1980 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 TVR Tasmin would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 TVR Tasmin (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 453 kg more than 1980 TVR Tasmin.
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 TVR Tasmin (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1980 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1017 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |
