1966 Fiat OT vs. 1961 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1966 Fiat OT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Lancia Flaminia (100 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 518 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, 1961 Lancia Flaminia (187 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 1961 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat OT | 1961 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | OT | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 42 L |
