1971 Abarth 124 vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 31 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1971 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 720 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, 2002 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 124 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1590 kg |
