1975 Abarth 124 vs. 1993 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 18 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 340 kg more than 1975 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Abarth 124 | 1993 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 124 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1210 kg |
