1975 Abarth 124 vs. 1972 Toyota Century
To start off, 1975 Abarth 124 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1975 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Century weights approximately 936 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 Toyota Century (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Abarth 124 | 1972 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 124 | Century |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1806 kg |
