1972 Abarth 124 vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 40 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 16 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Civic weights approximately 424 kg more than 1972 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Honda Civic (172 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Abarth 124 | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 124 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1294 kg |
