1970 Abarth 595 vs. 2002 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2002 TVR Cerbera is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 560 kg more than 1970 Abarth 595. 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, 2002 TVR Cerbera (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 595. (46 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 595 | 2002 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Abarth | TVR |
| Model | 595 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 65 L |
