2003 TVR Tuscan vs. 1972 TVR 1600
To start off, 2003 TVR Tuscan is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 TVR 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 TVR 1600 would be higher. 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 266 more horse power than 1972 TVR 1600. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1972 TVR 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 304 kg more than 1972 TVR 1600. 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, 2003 TVR Tuscan (401 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 TVR 1600. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 TVR 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 TVR Tuscan | 1972 TVR 1600 | |
| Make | TVR | TVR |
| Model | Tuscan | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3603 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2290 mm |
