1966 Fiat OT vs. 1973 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 1973 Jaguar XJ 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 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jaguar XJ (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1080 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, 1973 Jaguar XJ (409 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 1973 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat OT | 1973 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | OT | XJ |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 90 L |
