1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1987 TVR S
To start off, 1987 TVR S is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 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 27 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR S should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 570 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 TVR S 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 | 1987 TVR S | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
Model | Alfa 6 | S |
Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
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 | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 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 | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2290 mm |