1965 Abarth OT vs. 1993 Alfa Romeo 33
To start off, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 28 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 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 217 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, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33, 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, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | OT | 33 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 87 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2480 mm |
