1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 2007 Ford F-150
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1132 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 2007 Ford F-150 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, 2007 Ford F-150 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, 2007 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3370 mm |
