1966 Fiat OT vs. 1991 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJS is newer by 25 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 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 875 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, 1991 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 1991 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat OT | 1991 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | OT | XJS |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2600 mm |
