1975 Abarth 124 vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 36 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1975 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Abarth 124 | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 124 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1410 kg |
