1965 Abarth 700 vs. 1968 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1968 TVR Tuscan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 TVR Tuscan (229 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 295 kg more than 1965 Abarth 700. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth 700 | 1968 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Abarth | TVR |
| Model | 700 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 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 | 570 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 65 L |
