1960 Abarth 600 vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1993 TVR Chimaera is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Chimaera (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 465 kg more than 1960 Abarth 600. 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 Chimaera (388 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 1993 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Abarth | TVR |
| Model | 600 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
