1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 16 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 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 327 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, 1986 Ford Escort, 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, 1986 Ford Escort (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort 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 | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | Escort |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
