1965 Abarth OT vs. 1968 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1968 Toyota Corolla 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 1,077 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Abarth OT (60 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth OT should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Abarth OT weights approximately 5 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1965 Abarth OT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1968 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | OT | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
