1975 Fiat 500 vs. 1985 TVR 390
To start off, 1985 TVR 390 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,905 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 TVR 390 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 TVR 390 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 TVR 390 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 TVR 390 weights approximately 597 kg more than 1975 Fiat 500. 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, 1985 TVR 390 (367 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 TVR 390 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat 500 | 1985 TVR 390 | |
Make | Fiat | TVR |
Model | 500 | 390 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 498 cc | 3905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 89.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 61 L |