1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1975 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1975 Triumph TR7. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph TR7.
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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph TR7. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph TR7. 1975 Triumph TR7 has automatic transmission and 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 has manual transmission. 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Triumph TR7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1975 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | Alfa 6 | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2170 mm |
