1972 Abarth 124 vs. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 15 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1972 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1972 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 495 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Abarth 124 | 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 124 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1365 kg |
