1965 Abarth OT vs. 1970 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1970 TVR Vixen 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 TVR Vixen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 TVR Vixen (83 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 TVR Vixen should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 TVR Vixen weights approximately 62 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 TVR Vixen (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1970 TVR Vixen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1970 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Abarth | TVR |
| Model | OT | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 58 L |
