1973 Abarth 124 vs. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 29 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (113 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1973 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (289 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Abarth 124 | 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 124 | 156 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1480 kg |
