1974 Abarth 124 vs. 1969 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 1974 Abarth 124 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo GT 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 23 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 100 kg more than 1974 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Abarth 124 | 1969 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 124 | GT |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 970 kg |
