1973 Abarth 124 vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, 1991 Saab 9000 is newer by 18 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saab 9000 (200 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1973 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1973 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saab 9000 weights approximately 594 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, 1991 Saab 9000 (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Abarth 124 | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Abarth | Saab |
| Model | 124 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1464 kg |
