1975 Abarth 124 vs. 1971 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1975 Abarth 124 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1971 Peugeot 504. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1971 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1975 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Abarth 124 | 1971 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | 124 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1160 kg |
