1965 Abarth OT vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (168 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 1290 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT. 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser 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. 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
| Make | Abarth | Oldsmobile |
| Model | OT | Custom Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2950 mm |
