1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 1987 TVR S
To start off, 1987 TVR S is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Coupe would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 TVR S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR S (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR S should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 TVR S weights approximately 330 kg more than 1960 Abarth Coupe. 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, 1987 TVR S (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 TVR S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Coupe | 1987 TVR S | |
| Make | Abarth | TVR |
| Model | Coupe | S |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 783 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| 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 | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 54 L |
