1965 Abarth OT vs. 1967 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1967 Peugeot 404 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth OT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth OT would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Peugeot 404 (72 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Peugeot 404 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 340 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, 1967 Peugeot 404 (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1967 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1967 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | OT | 404 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |
