1975 Abarth 124 vs. 2005 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 30 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1975 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1975 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 864 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, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Abarth 124 | 2005 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 124 | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1734 kg |
