1966 Fiat OT vs. 1973 Holden UTE
To start off, 1973 Holden UTE is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat OT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat OT would be higher. At 5,047 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Holden UTE (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT.
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, 1973 Holden UTE (427 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 1973 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat OT | 1973 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | OT | UTE |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 5047 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 75 L |
