1971 Abarth 595 vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1972 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1971 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1971 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 385 kg more than 1971 Abarth 595. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Toyota Corolla (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 595 | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 595 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2340 mm |
