1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1967 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (152 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1967 TVR Vixen. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1967 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1967 TVR Vixen. 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (225 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1967 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
| Model | 75 | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
