1972 Abarth 124 vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, both 1972 Abarth 124 and 1972 Ford Gran Torino were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 988 kg more than 1972 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Abarth 124 | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
Make | Abarth | Ford |
Model | 124 | Gran Torino |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1754 cc | 4097 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1858 kg |