1975 Abarth 124 vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 22 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 1975 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1975 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 911 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1975 Abarth 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Abarth 124 | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | 124 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 537 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1150 kg |
