1960 Abarth 850 vs. 1985 TVR 390
To start off, 1985 TVR 390 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 3,905 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 TVR 390 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 TVR 390 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 TVR 390 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 TVR 390 weights approximately 537 kg more than 1960 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, 1985 TVR 390 (367 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 TVR 390 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 850 | 1985 TVR 390 | |
Make | Abarth | TVR |
Model | 850 | 390 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 3905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 89.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 77.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |