1965 Abarth OT vs. 1964 Fiat 500
To start off, 1965 Abarth OT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 982 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Abarth OT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Abarth OT (60 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth OT should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Abarth OT weights approximately 179 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. 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, 1965 Abarth OT (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Abarth OT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1964 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | OT | 500 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 22 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 38 L |
