1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 1997 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1997 Fiat Coupe is newer by 27 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Coupe (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 597 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Fiat Coupe, 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, 1997 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Coupe 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 | 1997 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
