1965 Abarth OT vs. 1981 Fiat 127
To start off, 1981 Fiat 127 is newer by 16 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 1,049 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Abarth OT (60 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth OT should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat 127 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1965 Abarth OT.
Because 1965 Abarth OT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Abarth OT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Fiat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Abarth OT (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Abarth OT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1981 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | OT | 127 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 67.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 68 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2230 mm |
