1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 2007 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Punto weights approximately 352 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, 2007 Fiat Punto, 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 Fiat Punto (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Punto 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 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Abarth | Fiat |
Model | 1000 TC Corsa | Punto |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |