1965 Abarth OT vs. 1970 AMC Gremlin
To start off, 1970 AMC Gremlin is newer by 5 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Gremlin (100 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 442 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, 1970 AMC Gremlin (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1970 AMC Gremlin | |
| Make | Abarth | AMC |
| Model | OT | Gremlin |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| 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 | 1167 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 80 L |
