1960 Abarth 850 vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 620 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 850 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 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 850 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
