1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 1995 Xedos 6
To start off, 1995 Xedos 6 is newer by 25 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Xedos 6 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 1995 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa should accelerate faster than 1995 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Xedos 6 weights approximately 557 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, 1995 Xedos 6, 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, 1995 Xedos 6 (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Xedos 6 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 | 1995 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Abarth | Xedos |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | 6 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
