1974 Abarth 124 vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1974 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1974 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 655 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, 1996 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Abarth 124 | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 124 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| 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 | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1525 kg |
