1966 Fiat OT vs. 1999 GMC Safari
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 33 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 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 1200 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, 1999 GMC Safari (338 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat OT | 1999 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | OT | Safari |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 4291 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 98 L |
