1972 Abarth 124 vs. 1971 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1972 Abarth 124 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,754 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Abarth 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1971 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Opel Rekord weights approximately 220 kg more than 1972 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Abarth 124 | 1971 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 124 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1090 kg |
