1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 1154 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 2013 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 538 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 628 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2780 mm |
