1972 Abarth 124 vs. 1995 Venturi 400
To start off, 1995 Venturi 400 is newer by 23 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1972 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1972 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Venturi 400 weights approximately 280 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, 1995 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Abarth 124 | 1995 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Abarth | Venturi |
| Model | 124 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1150 kg |
