1961 Abarth 600 vs. 2003 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2003 TVR Griffith is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 TVR Griffith weights approximately 465 kg more than 1961 Abarth 600. 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 Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 600 | 2003 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Abarth | TVR |
Model | 600 | Griffith |
Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 4987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 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 | 595 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2290 mm |