1973 Abarth 124 vs. 1961 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1973 Abarth 124 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Abarth 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1973 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Abarth 124 | 1961 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Abarth | Skoda |
| Model | 124 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1010 kg |
