1965 Abarth OT vs. 1983 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1983 Opel Rekord is newer by 18 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Rekord (114 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Rekord weights approximately 525 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, 1983 Opel Rekord (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1983 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | OT | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2680 mm |
