1965 Abarth OT vs. 1992 Honda Accord
To start off, 1992 Honda Accord is newer by 27 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Accord (148 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Accord weights approximately 685 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, 1992 Honda Accord, 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, 1992 Honda Accord (199 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1992 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | OT | Accord |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2730 mm |
