1975 Abarth 124 vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, both 1975 Abarth 124 and 1975 Ford Escort were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 81 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Escort weights approximately 5 kg more than 1975 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Abarth 124 | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 124 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 875 kg |
