1975 Abarth 124 vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 32 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 45 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 237 kg more than 1975 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Abarth 124 | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 124 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1107 kg |
