1975 Abarth 124 vs. 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1975 Abarth 124 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,884 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1975 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Abarth 124 | 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 124 | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1884 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1100 kg |
