1973 Abarth 124 vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 33 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 690 kg more than 1973 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Abarth 124 | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 124 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1560 kg |
