1972 Abarth 124 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 480 kg more than 1972 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Volkswagen Passat (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Abarth 124 | 1997 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 124 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1350 kg |
