2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2002 TVR Tamora
To start off, both 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2002 TVR Tamora were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,604 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 308 kg more than 2002 TVR Tamora.
Because 2002 TVR Tamora 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 2002 TVR Tamora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156, 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, 2002 TVR Tamora (380 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2002 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
Model | 156 | Tamora |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |