1965 Abarth OT vs. 1997 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Gol 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 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Gol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Abarth OT (60 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth OT should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Gol weights approximately 170 kg more than 1965 Abarth OT.
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, 1997 Volkswagen Gol, 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, 1965 Abarth OT (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Gol. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Abarth OT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1997 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | OT | Gol |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
