1972 Abarth 124 vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 9 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 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 885 kg more than 1972 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Abarth 124 | 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Abarth | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 124 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1755 kg |
