1965 Abarth OT vs. 1994 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1994 Honda Prelude is newer by 29 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Prelude (131 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Prelude weights approximately 510 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, 1994 Honda Prelude, 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, 1994 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1994 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | OT | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 131 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
