1972 Abarth 124 vs. 1980 Buick Estate
To start off, 1980 Buick Estate is newer by 8 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 5,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Estate (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1972 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1972 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Estate weights approximately 1110 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, 1980 Buick Estate (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Abarth 124 | 1980 Buick Estate | |
| Make | Abarth | Buick |
| Model | 124 | Estate |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 5030 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1980 kg |
