1973 Abarth 124 vs. 1983 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 504 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 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 504. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1973 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Abarth 124 | 1983 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | 124 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1260 kg |
