1974 Abarth 124 vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo 75
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 16 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (189 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1974 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1974 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 435 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Abarth 124 | 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 124 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1305 kg |
