1975 Abarth 124 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 31 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 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Abarth 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 334 kg more than 1975 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (148 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1975 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Abarth 124 | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | 124 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1204 kg |
