1974 Abarth 124 vs. 1984 Maserati 420
To start off, 1984 Maserati 420 is newer by 10 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1974 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1974 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Maserati 420 weights approximately 310 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, 1984 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Abarth 124 | 1984 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Abarth | Maserati |
| Model | 124 | 420 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1180 kg |
