1972 Abarth 124 vs. 1990 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1990 Honda Shuttle is newer by 18 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, 1972 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1990 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 70 kg more than 1972 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Abarth 124 | 1990 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 124 | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 940 kg |
