1965 Abarth OT vs. 1958 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1965 Abarth OT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Lancia Flaminia (100 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 548 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 Lancia Flaminia (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1958 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Abarth | Lancia |
| Model | OT | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2530 mm |
