1974 Abarth 124 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Abarth 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Abarth 124 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 41 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 9 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1974 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1974 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Abarth 124 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 124 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 906 kg |
