1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 31 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 522 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, 2001 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
Model | 1000 TC Corsa | Golf |
Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4148 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2512 mm |