1974 Abarth 124 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1974 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 610 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Abarth 124 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | 124 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1480 kg |
