1973 Abarth 124 vs. 1996 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1996 Honda Prelude is newer by 23 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1973 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Prelude weights approximately 365 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, 1996 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Abarth 124 | 1996 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 124 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1235 kg |
