1970 Abarth 595 vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1984 Toyota Corolla is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Corolla (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 440 kg more than 1970 Abarth 595. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Abarth 595 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Abarth 595. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Toyota Corolla (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 595. (46 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 595 | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 595 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2440 mm |
