1973 Abarth 124 vs. 1997 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1997 Honda Shuttle is newer by 24 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 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Shuttle (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1973 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1973 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 662 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, 1997 Honda Shuttle (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Abarth 124 | 1997 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 124 | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1532 kg |
