1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 30 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 527 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, 2000 Mazda Familia, 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia 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 | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Abarth | Mazda |
Model | 1000 TC Corsa | Familia |
Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 78.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |