1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1979 Toyota Corsa is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 2,321 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 2400 (141 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Abarth 2400 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Abarth 2400 (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 2400 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2321 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
