1973 Abarth 124 vs. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Abarth 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Abarth 124 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice (129 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1973 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1973 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 830 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, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Abarth 124 | 1978 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 124 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1700 kg |
