1966 Fiat OT vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (197 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 865 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, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (245 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat OT | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | OT | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 81.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
