1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1982 Toyota Corsa is newer by 14 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 1,450 cc, 1982 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Corsa weights approximately 145 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2510 mm |
