1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1995 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1995 TVR Cerbera is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 555 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850. 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 Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 1995 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Abarth | TVR |
Model | 850 | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |