1973 Abarth 124 vs. 1946 Daimler DE 36
To start off, 1973 Abarth 124 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Daimler DE 36. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Daimler DE 36 would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Daimler DE 36 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1973 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1946 Daimler DE 36 should accelerate faster than 1973 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 1823 kg more than 1973 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, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Abarth 124 | 1946 Daimler DE 36 | |
| Make | Abarth | Daimler |
| Model | 124 | DE 36 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 5459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2693 kg |
