1973 Abarth 124 vs. 1973 Ford Capri
To start off, both 1973 Abarth 124 and 1973 Ford Capri were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1973 Ford Capri. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Capri weights approximately 192 kg more than 1973 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Ford Capri (190 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Abarth 124 | 1973 Ford Capri | |
Make | Abarth | Ford |
Model | 124 | Capri |
Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1062 kg |