1966 Fiat OT vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 40 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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 960 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat OT | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | OT | C |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 62 L |
