1966 Fiat OT vs. 2006 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2006 Toyota RunX 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RunX (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RunX weights approximately 600 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, 2006 Toyota RunX, 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, 2006 Toyota RunX (146 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat OT | 2006 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | OT | RunX |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
