1965 Abarth OT vs. 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia
To start off, 1965 Abarth OT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 325 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | OT | Giulia |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 46 L |
