1952 Fiat 8V vs. 2001 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2001 TVR Chimaera is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 8V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 8V would be higher. At 4,986 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Chimaera (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 8V. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 8V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 130 kg more than 1952 Fiat 8V. 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, 2001 TVR Chimaera (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 8V. (145 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 8V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 8V | 2001 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | 8V | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 4986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 269 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 57 L |
