1974 Abarth 124 vs. 2012 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 207 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 Peugeot 207. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 361 kg more than 1974 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 207. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Abarth 124 | 2012 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | 124 | 207 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1231 kg |
