1963 AC Cobra vs. 1966 Fiat OT
To start off, 1966 Fiat OT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Cobra (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 AC Cobra weights approximately 295 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, 1963 AC Cobra (423 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 1966 Fiat OT | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Cobra | OT |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1280 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 37 L |
