1975 Abarth 124 vs. 1981 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1981 Mercury Cougar is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Abarth 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Abarth 124 would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1981 Mercury Cougar. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 486 kg more than 1975 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Mercury Cougar (237 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1981 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Abarth 124 | 1981 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercury |
| Model | 124 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1356 kg |
