1965 Abarth OT vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1987 Renault 5 is newer by 22 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 1,419 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP) has 320 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 5 weights approximately 361 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, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | OT | 5 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 380 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 51 L |
