1974 Abarth 124 vs. 1955 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1974 Abarth 124 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Abarth 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1955 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1955 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Toyota Crown weights approximately 380 kg more than 1974 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Abarth 124 | 1955 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 124 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1250 kg |
