1966 Fiat Coupe vs. 1977 Ford LTD
To start off, 1977 Ford LTD is newer by 11 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford LTD (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford LTD weights approximately 560 kg more than 1966 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Coupe. (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Coupe | 1977 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | LTD |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3080 mm |
