1971 Abarth 124 vs. 1995 Audi A6
To start off, 1995 Audi A6 is newer by 24 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A6 (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1971 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A6 weights approximately 875 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, 1995 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 124 | 1995 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 124 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1745 kg |
