1965 Abarth OT vs. 1971 Austin 3
To start off, 1971 Austin 3 is newer by 6 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 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Austin 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Austin 3 (123 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Austin 3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Austin 3 weights approximately 765 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, 1971 Austin 3 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1971 Austin 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1971 Austin 3 | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | OT | 3 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 2910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 65 L |
