1965 Abarth OT vs. 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 1965 Abarth OT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 (106 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 612 kg more than 1965 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. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | OT | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| 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 | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 71 L |
