1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1972 Toyota Corona is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corona (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Corona weights approximately 540 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Toyota Corona (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Abarth 1300 | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Abarth | Toyota |
Model | 1300 | Corona |
Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2253 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2590 mm |