1975 Abarth 124 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 34 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 27 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 591 kg more than 1975 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Abarth 124 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 124 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1461 kg |
