1965 Abarth OT vs. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 31 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP) has 265 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 798 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette 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. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | OT | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 325 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 117 L |
