1965 Abarth OT vs. 1980 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1980 Plymouth Volare is newer by 15 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Plymouth Volare (100 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 760 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, 1980 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1980 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Abarth | Plymouth |
| Model | OT | Volare |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2870 mm |
