1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 2008 Rover 25
To start off, 2008 Rover 25 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 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Rover 25. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 25 weights approximately 522 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, 2008 Rover 25, 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 Rover 25 (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 25 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 Rover 25 | |
Make | Abarth | Rover |
Model | 1000 TC Corsa | 25 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |