1965 Abarth OT vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 2,461 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 (235 HP) has 175 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 615 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | OT | 190 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 97.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
