1965 Abarth OT vs. 1959 Fiat 2100
To start off, 1965 Abarth OT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 2100 would be higher. At 2,052 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 2100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 2100 (80 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 2100 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 2100 weights approximately 209 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, 1959 Fiat 2100 (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 2100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1959 Fiat 2100 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | OT | 2100 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 2052 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 934 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
