1965 Abarth OT vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 45 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 1,000 cc (3 cylinders), 2010 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Smart ForTwo (70 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 95 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, 2010 Smart ForTwo (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Abarth | Smart |
| Model | OT | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 33 L |
