1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1990 TVR V8 S
To start off, 1990 TVR V8 S is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 TVR V8 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 TVR V8 S (240 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 TVR V8 S should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Abarth 2200 weights approximately 8 kg more than 1990 TVR V8 S.
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, 1990 TVR V8 S (373 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm). This means 1990 TVR V8 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1990 TVR V8 S | |
| Make | Abarth | TVR |
| Model | 2200 | V8 S |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
