1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2003 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2003 TVR Cerbera is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 438 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 TVR Cerbera (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2003 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
Model | Alfa 6 | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 457 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |