1966 Fiat OT vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 9 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 1,455 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat OT (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat OT should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 45 kg more than 1966 Fiat OT.
Because 1966 Fiat OT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Fiat OT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1966 Fiat OT (134 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (110 Nm). This means 1966 Fiat OT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat OT | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | OT | Scirocco |
Year Released | 1966 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 110 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 40 L |