1973 Abarth 124 vs. 1992 Volvo 480
To start off, 1992 Volvo 480 is newer by 19 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 17 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 480 weights approximately 132 kg more than 1973 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1973 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Abarth 124 | 1992 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Abarth | Volvo |
| Model | 124 | 480 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1002 kg |
