1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 28 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 609 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, 1998 Ford Focus, 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, 1998 Ford Focus (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus 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 | 1998 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | Focus |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 19.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
