1966 Fiat OT vs. 2008 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Jazz (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 258 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, 2008 Honda Jazz, 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, 2008 Honda Jazz (143 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat OT | 2008 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | OT | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1013 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 42 L |
