1972 Abarth 124 vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 25 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 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (220 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1972 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1972 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 440 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (221 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Abarth 124 | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 124 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1310 kg |
