1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1972 TVR M
To start off, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 TVR M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 TVR M would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 TVR M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1972 TVR M. (105 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1972 TVR M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1972 TVR M. 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, 1972 TVR M (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 TVR M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1972 TVR M | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
| Model | Alfa 6 | M |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2290 mm |
