1965 Abarth OT vs. 1996 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1996 Venturi Cabriolet 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP) has 137 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 570 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 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1996 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Abarth | Venturi |
| Model | OT | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |
