1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 2008 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2008 Toyota Prius 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Prius.
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 Toyota Prius, 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 Toyota Prius (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Prius 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 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | Prius |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
