1966 Abarth OT vs. 2010 Land Rover Defender

To start off, 2010 Land Rover Defender is newer by 44 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), 2010 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 2010 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Abarth OT should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1998 kg more than 1966 Abarth OT.

Because 2010 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, 2010 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.

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1966 Abarth OT 2010 Land Rover Defender
Make Abarth Land Rover
Model OT Defender
Year Released 1966 2010
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 89.9 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 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 710 kg 2708 kg
Vehicle Length 3670 mm 3900 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2020 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 29 L 60 L