1973 Abarth 124 vs. 1948 Austin A 110
To start off, 1973 Abarth 124 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 110 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1973 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1948 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Abarth 124 | 1948 Austin A 110 | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | 124 | A 110 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1980 kg |
