1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 2005 Ford F-250
To start off, 2005 Ford F-250 is newer by 35 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 2057 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 2005 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-250 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 | 2005 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 2640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3490 mm |
