1966 Fiat OT vs. 2000 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2000 TVR Griffith 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 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Griffith (336 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Griffith weights approximately 305 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, 2000 TVR Griffith (484 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 2000 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat OT | 2000 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | OT | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 336 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2290 mm |
