1974 Abarth 124 vs. 1996 Audi A4
To start off, 1996 Audi A4 is newer by 22 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A4 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1974 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Audi A4 (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Abarth 124 | 1996 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | 124 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1265 kg |
