1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 2001 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2001 TVR Tuscan is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 44 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400. 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, 2001 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 2400 | 2001 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Abarth | TVR |
Model | 2400 | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2323 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 314 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 56 L |