1960 Abarth 850 vs. 2003 TVR Sagaris
To start off, 2003 TVR Sagaris is newer by 43 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Sagaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Sagaris (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Sagaris should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 TVR Sagaris weights approximately 570 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, 2003 TVR Sagaris (451 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Sagaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 2003 TVR Sagaris | |
| Make | Abarth | TVR |
| Model | 850 | Sagaris |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 92 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 | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
