1965 Abarth OT vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1986 Toyota Celica is newer by 21 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Celica (115 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Celica weights approximately 445 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, 1986 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Abarth OT | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Abarth | Toyota |
Model | OT | Celica |
Year Released | 1965 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 115 HP |
Torque | 81 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2620 mm |