1974 Abarth 124 vs. 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1974 Abarth 124 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,583 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1974 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1974 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1974 Abarth 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Abarth 124 | 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 124 | 2600 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1370 kg |
