1973 Abarth 124 vs. 1979 Fiat 131
To start off, 1979 Fiat 131 is newer by 6 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 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat 131 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1973 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Abarth 124 | 1979 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 124 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1210 kg |
