1987 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 TVR Vixen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 TVR Vixen (125 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm). This means 1968 TVR Vixen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
| Model | 33 | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
