1962 Fiat Berline vs. 2006 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2006 TVR Tuscan is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR Tuscan (355 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat Berline weights approximately 40 kg more than 2006 TVR Tuscan.
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, 2006 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat Berline | 2006 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Fiat | TVR |
Model | Berline | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |