1973 Abarth 124 vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1973 Abarth 124 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1973 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1973 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1030 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 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Abarth 124 | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Abarth | Buick |
| Model | 124 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 7050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1900 kg |
