1975 Abarth 124 vs. 1955 Buick 40
To start off, 1975 Abarth 124 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Buick 40 (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1975 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1975 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Buick 40 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1975 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, 1955 Buick 40 (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Abarth 124 | 1955 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Abarth | Buick |
| Model | 124 | 40 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 5277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1725 kg |
