1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 1955 Abarth Renault
To start off, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth Renault would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Abarth Renault is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1955 Abarth Renault. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth Renault. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Abarth Renault weights approximately 307 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa | 1955 Abarth Renault | |
| Make | Abarth | Abarth |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | Renault |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |
