1973 Abarth 124 vs. 1966 Jaguar 420G
To start off, 1973 Abarth 124 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar 420G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar 420G would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar 420G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar 420G (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1973 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 1973 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 908 kg more than 1973 Abarth 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Jaguar 420G (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Abarth 124 | 1966 Jaguar 420G | |
| Make | Abarth | Jaguar |
| Model | 124 | 420G |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1778 kg |
