1964 Abarth 700 vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corsa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1978 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corsa weights approximately 245 kg more than 1964 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 700 | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 700 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
