1966 Fiat OT vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 34 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 405 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.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Fiat OT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Honda Civic (140 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat OT | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | OT | Civic |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |
