1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 1989 Ford Laser
To start off, 1989 Ford Laser is newer by 19 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Ford Laser. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Laser weights approximately 472 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, 1989 Ford Laser, 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, 1989 Ford Laser (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Laser 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 | 1989 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | Laser |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
