1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1395 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (453 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Abarth | Jeep |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2790 mm |
