1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 1964 Porsche 904
To start off, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Porsche 904 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Porsche 904 (177 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Porsche 904 should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Porsche 904 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa | 1964 Porsche 904 | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | 904 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2310 mm |
