1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 36 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 712 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster 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 | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Abarth | Porsche |
Model | 1000 TC Corsa | Boxster |
Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 256 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2420 mm |