1975 Abarth 124 vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, both 1975 Abarth 124 and 1975 Lancia Beta were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Beta weights approximately 178 kg more than 1975 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Abarth 124 | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Abarth | Lancia |
| Model | 124 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1048 kg |
