1973 Abarth 124 vs. 1963 Fiat 1600
To start off, 1973 Abarth 124 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1600 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 41 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1600. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 1600 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1973 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1600. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Abarth 124 | 1963 Fiat 1600 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 124 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1025 kg |
