1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (228 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 902 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 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Abarth | Subaru |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | Forester |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
