1964 Abarth OT vs. 1964 Maserati Mistral
To start off, both 1964 Abarth OT and 1964 Maserati Mistral were released in the same year (1964). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,694 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Maserati Mistral (243 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1964 Abarth OT. (154 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 460 kg more than 1964 Abarth OT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth OT | 1964 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Abarth | Maserati |
| Model | OT | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 3694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |
