1972 Abarth 124 vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 26 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 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 330 kg more than 1972 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Abarth 124 | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 124 | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1200 kg |
