1966 Fiat OT vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2001 Porsche 996 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 996 weights approximately 650 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 Porsche 996 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 Porsche 996 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 Porsche 996 (370 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat OT | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | OT | 996 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2360 mm |
