1966 Fiat OT vs. 1989 Volvo 245
To start off, 1989 Volvo 245 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 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 245 (110 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT.
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 Volvo 245 (157 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 1989 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat OT | 1989 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | OT | 245 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2660 mm |
