1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1973 Toyota Corona is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 2,252 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corona weights approximately 580 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Corona (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 2252 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2590 mm |
