1971 Abarth 124 vs. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 10 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 2,494 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (104 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1971 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (206 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 124 | 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 124 | Alfa 6 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1580 kg |
