1973 Abarth 124 vs. 1965 Marcos 1800
To start off, 1973 Abarth 124 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Marcos 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1965 Marcos 1800. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1965 Marcos 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Abarth 124 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1965 Marcos 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Marcos 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Abarth 124 | 1965 Marcos 1800 | |
| Make | Abarth | Marcos |
| Model | 124 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 770 kg |
