1972 Abarth 124 vs. 1979 Renault 5
To start off, 1979 Renault 5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Abarth 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Abarth 124 would be higher. At 1,754 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Abarth 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Renault 5 (159 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1972 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Renault 5 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1972 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, 1979 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Abarth 124 | 1979 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 124 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 970 kg |
