1971 Abarth 124 vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 28 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 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Abarth 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Civic weights approximately 255 kg more than 1971 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 124 | 1999 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 124 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1125 kg |
