1973 Abarth 124 vs. 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1973 Abarth 124 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,883 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1973 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Abarth 124 (157 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 1973 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Abarth 124 | 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 124 | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1883 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1000 kg |
