1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 38 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 524 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, 2008 Ford Focus, 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, 2008 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus 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 | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | Focus |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
