1965 Abarth OT vs. 1988 Fiat 126
To start off, 1988 Fiat 126 is newer by 23 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 982 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Abarth OT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Abarth OT (60 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1988 Fiat 126. (26 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth OT should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Abarth OT weights approximately 77 kg more than 1988 Fiat 126. 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, 1965 Abarth OT (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Abarth OT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1988 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | OT | 126 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 26 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 70 mm |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |
