1974 Abarth 124 vs. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 13 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1974 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1974 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 950 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, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Abarth 124 | 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
| Model | 124 | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1820 kg |
