1973 Abarth 124 vs. 1967 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1973 Abarth 124 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Kadett 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 51 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Kadett weights approximately 10 kg more than 1973 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (127 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1973 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Abarth 124 | 1967 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 124 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 880 kg |
