1965 Abarth OT vs. 1968 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 3 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (109 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 667 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, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1968 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | OT | Nova |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 98.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2830 mm |
