1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 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 1,307 cc, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 842 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, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 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 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Abarth | Mazda |
Model | 1000 TC Corsa | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 1307 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 8200 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |