1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1971 TVR 2500
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 TVR 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 TVR 2500 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 TVR 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 TVR 2500 (107 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (95 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 TVR 2500 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 188 kg more than 1971 TVR 2500.
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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (192 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 TVR 2500. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 TVR 2500.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1971 TVR 2500 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
Model | 75 | 2500 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 74.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |