1971 Abarth 124 vs. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 1971 Abarth 124 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 168 kg more than 1971 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 124 | 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 124 | Spider |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1038 kg |
