1973 Abarth 124 vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1973 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Abarth 124 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Abarth 124 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 124 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 846 kg |
