1973 Abarth 124 vs. 1968 AMC AMX
To start off, 1973 Abarth 124 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1973 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1973 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 AMC AMX weights approximately 507 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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Abarth 124 | 1968 AMC AMX | |
| Make | Abarth | AMC |
| Model | 124 | AMX |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 6386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1377 kg |
