1973 Abarth 124 vs. 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 10 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 600 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Abarth 124 | 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 124 | Alfa 6 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1470 kg |
