1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 43 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1067 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang 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 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
