1973 Abarth 124 vs. 1995 Volvo 440
To start off, 1995 Volvo 440 is newer by 22 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 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 440. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 440 weights approximately 155 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 1995 Volvo 440. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Abarth 124 | 1995 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Abarth | Volvo |
| Model | 124 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1025 kg |
