1971 Abarth 124 vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 27 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1971 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 495 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, 1998 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 124 | 1998 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 124 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1365 kg |
