1965 Abarth OT vs. 1990 Buick Electra
To start off, 1990 Buick Electra is newer by 25 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Electra (163 HP) has 103 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Electra weights approximately 850 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.
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, 1990 Buick Electra, 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, 1990 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT. 1990 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1965 Abarth OT has manual transmission. 1965 Abarth OT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1990 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Abarth | Buick |
| Model | OT | Electra |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2820 mm |
