1974 Abarth 124 vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 38 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 18 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1974 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Citroen C4 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Abarth 124 | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 124 | C4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1355 kg |
