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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 165 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 1170 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 2009 Mercury Mariner 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, 2009 Mercury Mariner 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, 2009 Mercury Mariner (302 Nm) has 168 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 | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6550 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 302 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 62 L |