1972 Abarth 124 vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 35 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 12 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1972 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 407 (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Abarth 124 | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | 124 | 407 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1455 kg |
