1965 Abarth OT vs. 1970 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1970 Dodge Dart 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 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Dodge Dart (101 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Dodge Dart weights approximately 630 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 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1970 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1970 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | OT | Dart |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 3249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2830 mm |
