1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 1982 Subaru DL
To start off, 1982 Subaru DL is newer by 12 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Subaru DL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1982 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa should accelerate faster than 1982 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Subaru DL weights approximately 237 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
Because 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Subaru DL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Subaru DL (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Subaru DL 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 | 1982 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Abarth | Subaru |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | DL |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
