1974 Abarth 124 vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 39 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1974 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1974 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 585 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Abarth 124 | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 124 | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1455 kg |
