1965 Abarth OT vs. 1973 Fiat 130
To start off, 1973 Fiat 130 is newer by 8 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 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 130 (163 HP) has 103 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 875 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | OT | 130 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 3236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |
