1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 2009 Audi Q7
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 39 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1787 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 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 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 | 2009 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3010 mm |
