1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1999 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1999 TVR Griffith is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 TVR Griffith weights approximately 470 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750. 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, 1999 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 750 | 1999 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Abarth | TVR |
Model | 750 | Griffith |
Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 590 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 57 L |