1974 Abarth 124 vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 21 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1974 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 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 | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 124 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1210 kg |
