1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 2007 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 37 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 627 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147, 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 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 | 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | 147 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
