1975 Abarth 124 vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ is newer by 37 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 32 more horse power than 2012 Toyota iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Abarth 124 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2012 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Abarth 124 | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 124 | iQ |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 860 kg |
