1975 Abarth 124 vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1975 Abarth 124 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,339 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1975 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1975 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Porsche 911 weights approximately 207 kg more than 1975 Abarth 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Porsche 911 (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Abarth 124 | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | 124 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 2339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1077 kg |
