1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 1997 Kia Joice
To start off, 1997 Kia Joice 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 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Joice weights approximately 802 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 Kia Joice, 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 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Joice 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 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Abarth | Kia |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | Joice |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
