1972 Abarth 124 vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1983 Toyota Celica is newer by 11 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Celica weights approximately 295 kg more than 1972 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Abarth 124 | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 124 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1165 kg |
