1965 Abarth OT vs. 1996 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1996 Skoda Felicia 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Felicia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Skoda Felicia (74 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Felicia should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 280 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, 1996 Skoda Felicia, 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, 1996 Skoda Felicia (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Skoda Felicia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1996 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Abarth | Skoda |
| Model | OT | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2460 mm |
