1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Coupe would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
Because 1960 Abarth Coupe 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 Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth Coupe | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Abarth | Toyota |
Model | Coupe | Corolla |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 783 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 71.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |