1975 Abarth 124 vs. 1959 Ford 17M
To start off, 1975 Abarth 124 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford 17M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford 17M 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 67 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford 17M weights approximately 245 kg more than 1975 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Abarth 124 | 1959 Ford 17M | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 124 | 17M |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1115 kg |
