1975 Abarth 124 vs. 1969 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1975 Abarth 124 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Peugeot 204 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 79 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1975 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Abarth 124 | 1969 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | 124 | 204 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 880 kg |
