1965 Abarth OT vs. 1965 Lotus Elan
To start off, both 1965 Abarth OT and 1965 Lotus Elan were released in the same year (1965). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lotus Elan (104 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Abarth OT weights approximately 20 kg more than 1965 Lotus Elan.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1965 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Abarth | Lotus |
| Model | OT | Elan |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 981 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 104 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |
