1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate is newer by 17 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 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate (115 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (112 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate weights approximately 667 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate (163 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate 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 | 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | Graduate |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2260 mm |
