1966 Fiat OT vs. 2008 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 42 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1322 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, 2008 Ford Explorer (344 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat OT | 2008 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | OT | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 2077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 85 L |
