1985 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1967 Alvis TF
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alvis TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alvis TF would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alvis TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alvis TF (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alvis TF should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 389 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 1967 Alvis TF (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Alvis TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1967 Alvis TF | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alvis |
| Model | Spider | TF |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1960 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
