1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1995 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1995 TVR Griffith is newer by 39 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 TVR Griffith weights approximately 476 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, 1995 TVR Griffith (374 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1995 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1995 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Abarth | TVR |
| Model | 750 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 374 Nm |
| 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 | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 57 L |
