1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1989 TVR S2
To start off, 1989 TVR S2 is newer by 33 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), 1989 TVR S2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR S2 (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR S2 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 TVR S2 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, 1989 TVR S2 (220 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1989 TVR S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1989 TVR S2 | |
| Make | Abarth | TVR |
| Model | 750 | S2 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| 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 | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2290 mm |
