1965 Abarth 700 vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 587 kg more than 1965 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Abarth 700 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 1965 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth 700 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 700 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 50 L |
