1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 1988 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Fiero is newer by 18 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 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Fiero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Fiero (143 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Fiero should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Fiero 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, 1988 Pontiac Fiero (220 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm). This means 1988 Pontiac Fiero 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 | 1988 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Abarth | Pontiac |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | Fiero |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2380 mm |
