1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1993 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1993 TVR Griffith is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 TVR Griffith weights approximately 382 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000. 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, 1993 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 1993 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Abarth | TVR |
| Model | 1000 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
