1966 Fiat OT vs. 1989 Opel Omega
To start off, 1989 Opel Omega 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Opel Omega (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Opel Omega weights approximately 445 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 Opel Omega (151 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 1989 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat OT | 1989 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | OT | Omega |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2740 mm |
