1966 Fiat OT vs. 2002 Honda Accord

To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 36 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 725 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 1966 Fiat OT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Fiat OT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Fiat OT 2002 Honda Accord
Make Fiat Honda
Model OT Accord
Year Released 1966 2002
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 1280 cc 2353 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 75 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 134 Nm 218 Nm
Engine Bore Size 75.5 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71.5 mm 99 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.7:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 755 kg 1480 kg
Vehicle Length 3610 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2030 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 64 L


 

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