1966 Fiat OT vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (115 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 440 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 Volkswagen Bora, 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 Volkswagen Bora (156 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat OT | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | OT | Bora |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
