1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1967 Alvis TF
To start off, 1967 Alvis TF is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alvis TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alvis TF (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alvis TF should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 870 kg more than 1959 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, 1967 Alvis TF (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 Alvis TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000. 1967 Alvis TF has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 1000 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Alvis TF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 1967 Alvis TF | |
Make | Abarth | Alvis |
Model | 1000 | TF |
Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |