1971 Abarth 124 vs. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 5 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 270 kg more than 1971 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 124 | 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 124 | Alfetta |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1140 kg |
