1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1980 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 TVR Tasmin would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 TVR Tasmin (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (94 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 TVR Tasmin 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 55 kg more than 1980 TVR Tasmin.
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, 1980 TVR Tasmin (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1980 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1980 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
| Model | 75 | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1090 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
