1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1988 TVR Type S
To start off, 1988 TVR Type S is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 TVR Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Type S (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Type S should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1988 TVR Type 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (246 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 TVR Type S. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 TVR Type S.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1988 TVR Type S | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
Model | 90 | Type S |
Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 68.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2300 mm |