1974 Abarth 124 vs. 1998 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1998 Toyota Previa is newer by 24 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 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1974 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Previa weights approximately 745 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, 1998 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Abarth 124 | 1998 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 124 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1615 kg |
