1966 Fiat OT vs. 1983 Honda Civic
To start off, 1983 Honda Civic is newer by 17 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 1,334 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat OT (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat OT should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Honda Civic weights approximately 30 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, 1983 Honda Civic, 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm). This means 1966 Fiat OT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat OT | 1983 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | OT | Civic |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1334 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 40 L |
