1966 Fiat OT vs. 1990 Mazda 929
To start off, 1990 Mazda 929 is newer by 24 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda 929 (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 929 weights approximately 590 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, 1990 Mazda 929 (167 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 1990 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat OT | 1990 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | OT | 929 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2720 mm |
