1975 Abarth 124 vs. 1957 Buick 40
To start off, 1975 Abarth 124 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Buick 40 (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1975 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1975 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Buick 40 weights approximately 925 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, 1957 Buick 40 (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1957 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 | 1957 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Abarth | Buick |
| Model | 124 | 40 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1795 kg |
