1974 Abarth 124 vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 is newer by 19 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda 626 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1974 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mazda 626 (172 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Abarth 124 | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 124 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1270 kg |
