1973 Abarth 124 vs. 1989 Audi 100
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 16 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1973 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Abarth 124 | 1989 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 124 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1090 kg |
