1965 Abarth OT vs. 1957 Austin A 40
To start off, 1965 Abarth OT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Abarth OT (60 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth OT should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 40 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1965 Abarth OT.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin A 40 (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1957 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | OT | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 72 L |
