1975 Abarth 124 vs. 1984 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 505 is newer by 9 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 505. (107 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1975 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Abarth 124 | 1984 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | 124 | 505 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1300 kg |
