1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 40 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1389 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 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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 | 2010 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Abarth | SsangYong |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
