1966 Fiat OT vs. 2001 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 35 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 575 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 2001 Honda S-MX 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, 2001 Honda S-MX 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, 2001 Honda S-MX (190 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat OT | 2001 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | OT | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2510 mm |
