1971 Abarth 124 vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 37 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1971 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 410 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, 2008 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 124 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1280 kg |
