1971 Abarth 124 vs. 1974 Renault 12
To start off, 1974 Renault 12 is newer by 3 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 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Abarth 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1974 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 12 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1971 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 124 | 1974 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 124 | 12 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 950 kg |
