1966 Fiat OT vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder

To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1483 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 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Fiat OT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Fiat OT 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
Make Fiat Nissan
Model OT Pathfinder
Year Released 1966 2008
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 1280 cc 2488 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 75 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 134 Nm 403 Nm
Engine Bore Size 75.5 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71.5 mm 100 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 16.5:1
Top Speed 170 km/hour 175 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 755 kg 2238 kg
Vehicle Length 3610 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2030 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 80 L


 

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