1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola is newer by 26 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
Because 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (386 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola 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 | 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | Nuvola |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
