1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Toyota Corolla is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,331 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 330 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Because 1960 Abarth 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Toyota Corolla (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 1000 | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Abarth | Toyota |
Model | 1000 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 1331 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2470 mm |