1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1985 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1985 Toyota Corolla is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 360 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Toyota Corolla (140 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1985 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2410 mm |
