1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 847 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Abarth | Subaru |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
