1962 Abarth 600 vs. 1997 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1997 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Speed 12 (800 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 741 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 600. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 419 kg more than 1962 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, 1997 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 789 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 600. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Abarth 600 | 1997 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Abarth | TVR |
Model | 600 | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 980 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 800 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2650 mm |