1974 Abarth 124 vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 25 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 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Abarth 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1974 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1974 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 325 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Abarth 124 | 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 124 | 145 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1195 kg |
