1966 Fiat Coupe vs. 1971 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1971 Ford GT 40 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 270 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 40.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Fiat Coupe (201 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1966 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Coupe | 1971 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 125 L |
