1966 Fiat OT vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 39 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 790 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (245 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat OT | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | OT | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 59 L |
