1974 Abarth 124 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Parati 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Parati. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Parati. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Parati weights approximately 105 kg more than 1974 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Parati. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Parati.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Abarth 124 | 1996 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 124 | Parati |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 975 kg |
