1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corsa is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1983 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Corsa weights approximately 230 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Corsa (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (55 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 750 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
