1965 Abarth OT vs. 1997 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 32 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 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP) has 222 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 450 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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1997 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Abarth | De Tomaso |
| Model | OT | Guara |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 3981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 282 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2620 mm |
