1975 Abarth 124 vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 03-Sep 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 709 kg more than 1975 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Abarth 124 | 2005 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Abarth | Saab |
| Model | 124 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1579 kg |
