1971 Abarth 124 vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (183 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1971 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1971 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 970 kg more than 1971 Abarth 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 124 | 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Abarth | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 124 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1840 kg |
