1971 Abarth 124 vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 40 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1971 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1971 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 704 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, 2011 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 124 | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 124 | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1574 kg |
