1965 Abarth OT vs. 1993 Nissan Presea
To start off, 1993 Nissan Presea 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Presea (93 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Presea weights approximately 265 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 Nissan Presea, 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 Nissan Presea (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1993 Nissan Presea | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | OT | Presea |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 93 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2510 mm |
