1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 23 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 443 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Abarth | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
