1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1987 TVR Type S
To start off, 1987 TVR Type S is newer by 31 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 TVR Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR Type S (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR Type S should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 TVR Type S weights approximately 316 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. 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, 1987 TVR Type S (220 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1987 TVR Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1987 TVR Type S | |
| Make | Abarth | TVR |
| Model | 750 | Type S |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2300 mm |
