1974 Abarth 124 vs. 1963 Austin A 99
To start off, 1974 Abarth 124 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 99 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1974 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Abarth 124 | 1963 Austin A 99 | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | 124 | A 99 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1530 kg |
