1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 35 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 666 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300. 2002 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1967 Abarth 1300 has manual transmission. 1967 Abarth 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1786 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
