1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 1977 Datsun 280Z
To start off, 1977 Datsun 280Z is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa would be higher. At 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Datsun 280Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Datsun 280Z (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Datsun 280Z should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Datsun 280Z weights approximately 617 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. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Datsun 280Z (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1977 Datsun 280Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa | 1977 Datsun 280Z | |
| Make | Abarth | Datsun |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | 280Z |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2304 mm |
