1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 1994 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 24 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Applause. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 347 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, 1994 Daihatsu Applause, 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, 1994 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Applause 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 | 1994 Daihatsu Applause | |
Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
Model | 1000 TC Corsa | Applause |
Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |