2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2003 TVR Tuscan
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2003 TVR Tuscan were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,603 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2003 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2003 TVR Tuscan 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 2003 TVR Tuscan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 TVR Tuscan (401 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (207 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2003 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
Model | 156 | Tuscan |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3603 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 207 Nm | 401 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 | 1380 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |