1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2003 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2003 TVR Griffith is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 TVR Griffith.
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 Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2003 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
| Model | 75 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1566 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |
