1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1966 Fiat OT
To start off, 1966 Fiat OT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,361 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 715 kg more than 1966 Fiat 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 1966 Fiat OT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvette | OT |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5361 cc | 1280 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 37 L |
