1973 Abarth 124 vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 15 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 47 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (79 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 19 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1973 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (107 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1973 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Abarth 124 | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 124 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 940 kg |
