1974 Abarth 124 vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 33 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, 1974 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 548 kg more than 1974 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Civic (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Abarth 124 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 124 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1418 kg |
