1966 Fiat OT vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 563 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 Volkswagen Touran, 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 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat OT | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | OT | Touran |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
