1971 Abarth 124 vs. 1961 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1971 Abarth 124 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Abarth 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1500. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1971 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1500. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 124 | 1961 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 124 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 905 kg |
