1973 Abarth 124 vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Abarth 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 71 kg more than 1973 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (116 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Abarth 124 | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 124 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 941 kg |
