1966 Fiat OT vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 43 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 1077 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, 2009 Mercury Mariner, 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, 2009 Mercury Mariner (137 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat OT | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | OT | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 57 L |
