1972 Abarth 124 vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 37 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1972 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 259 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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Abarth 124 | 2009 Honda Element | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 124 | Element |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1129 kg |
