1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1960 TVR Grantura
To start off, 1960 TVR Grantura is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 TVR Grantura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Abarth 750 (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1960 TVR Grantura. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1960 TVR Grantura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 TVR Grantura weights approximately 100 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750.
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, 1960 TVR Grantura (102 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1960 TVR Grantura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1960 TVR Grantura | |
| Make | Abarth | TVR |
| Model | 750 | Grantura |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 39 L |
