1965 Abarth OT vs. 1994 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1994 Nissan Laurel 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 (6 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Laurel (123 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 605 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, 1994 Nissan Laurel (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT. 1994 Nissan Laurel 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. 1994 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1994 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | OT | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2730 mm |
