1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 1987 Lada Samara
To start off, 1987 Lada Samara 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada Samara weights approximately 337 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, 1987 Lada Samara, 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, 1987 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Lada Samara 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 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Abarth | Lada |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | Samara |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |
