1975 Abarth 124 vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1975 Abarth 124 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Abarth 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1975 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Abarth 124 | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 124 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 925 kg |
