1973 Abarth 124 vs. 1982 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1982 Ford Fairlane is newer by 9 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1982 Ford Fairlane. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 530 kg more than 1973 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Abarth 124 | 1982 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 124 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1400 kg |
