1971 Abarth 124 vs. 1972 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1972 Volvo 1800 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Abarth 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Abarth 124 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volvo 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 1800. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volvo 1800 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1971 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 1800. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 124 | 1972 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Abarth | Volvo |
| Model | 124 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1190 kg |
