1966 Abarth OT vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth OT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth OT would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Abarth OT (185 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Abarth OT should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1998 kg more than 1966 Abarth OT.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Abarth OT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth OT | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Abarth | Land Rover |
| Model | OT | Defender |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1946 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 75 L |
