1973 Abarth 124 vs. 2007 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2007 Opel Vivaro is newer by 34 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), 2007 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vivaro. (118 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 798 kg more than 1973 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Opel Vivaro (190 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Abarth 124 | 2007 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 124 | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| 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 | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1668 kg |
