1975 Abarth 124 vs. 1959 Ford Zodiac
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 Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 322 kg more than 1975 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Ford Zodiac (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Abarth 124 | 1959 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 124 | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1192 kg |
