1973 Abarth 124 vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 39 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 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Abarth 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 2 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1973 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Abarth 124 | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 124 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1030 kg |
