1971 Abarth 124 vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1989 Saab 9000 is newer by 18 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1971 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1971 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 580 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, 1989 Saab 9000 (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 124 | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Abarth | Saab |
| Model | 124 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1450 kg |
