1988 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1969 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 TVR Vixen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1969 TVR Vixen. (88 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1969 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 322 kg more than 1969 TVR Vixen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 TVR Vixen. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1969 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
| Model | 75 | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1567 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 738 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 68 L |
