1975 Abarth 124 vs. 1972 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1975 Abarth 124 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Cortina 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 70 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Cortina weights approximately 174 kg more than 1975 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Abarth 124 | 1972 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 124 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1044 kg |
