1972 Abarth 124 vs. 1969 Austin 3-Litre
To start off, 1972 Abarth 124 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1969 Austin 3-Litre. (124 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 620 kg more than 1972 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Austin 3-Litre (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Abarth 124 | 1969 Austin 3-Litre | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | 124 | 3-Litre |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1490 kg |
