1966 Fiat OT vs. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 23 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 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 745 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, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat OT | 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Fiat | Lamborghini |
| Model | OT | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 80 L |
