1972 Abarth 124 vs. 1956 Bristol 405
To start off, 1972 Abarth 124 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Bristol 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1956 Bristol 405. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1956 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Bristol 405 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1972 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Abarth 124 | 1956 Bristol 405 | |
| Make | Abarth | Bristol |
| Model | 124 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1240 kg |
