1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1972 Toyota Corolla is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Abarth 1600 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Toyota Corolla (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1600. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1600 | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 1600 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
