1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1988 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1988 TVR Tuscan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Tuscan (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 566 kg more than 1988 TVR Tuscan.
Because 1988 TVR Tuscan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 TVR Tuscan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 TVR Tuscan (298 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1988 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
| Model | 164 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2290 mm |
